Overview
- Trump dismissed Volodymyr Zelenskyy's suggestion that the United States could capture Vladimir Putin, calling such an operation unnecessary in new comments to Fox News.
- He expressed disappointment with Putin and said he still expects to settle the war, citing heavy recent Russian military losses and economic strain.
- U.S. special forces this week boarded a Russian‑registered tanker over suspected sanctions violations in a move that risked a confrontation with Moscow.
- The White House confirmed Trump gave the green light to a sanctions bill discussed with Senator Lindsey Graham, with reports saying it could authorize tariffs up to 500% on goods from countries buying Russian oil or uranium.
- Russia’s latest attacks included a claimed Oreshnik hypersonic launch near Lviv close to Poland, with Ukraine reporting strikes on energy facilities and civilian casualties.