Trump reacts to attack on Sumy: Russia “made a mistake”

He told journalists about this during a flight on board Air Force One, as reported by CNN and Ukrinform.

“I think it was terrible. And I think they made a mistake. But it's really terrible. I think war is terrible. I think it's an abuse of power to start this war. This country would never have started this war if I were president. This war is a disgrace,” Trump said.

When asked to clarify what he meant by Russia making a “mistake,” Trump replied:

“They were really wrong. I think so – ask them.”

In a nod to his usual criticism of former President Joe Biden, Trump added: “Don't forget: This is Biden's war. I'm just trying to stop it so we can save a lot of lives.”

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As Ukrinform reported earlier, the death toll from Russia's missile strike on Sumy on April 13 has risen to 34. A total of 117 people were injured, including 15 children.

US Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg said the Russian attack on civilian targets in Sumy on Palm Sunday “crossed all boundaries of decency.”

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed his condolences to the victims of the attack.

Photo: Suspilne Sumy