Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Zelenskyy Appeals to Trump as Russia Intensifies Attacks
Ukraine's leader, Zelenskyy, is asking former U.S. leader Trump to help stop the war by talking to Russia's Putin.
Russia launched a very big attack on Kyiv, causing many deaths and injuries.
Zelenskyy says Russia is attacking civilians on purpose and calls it terrorism.
He is urging other countries to keep supporting Ukraine in the fight.
Zelenskyy urged Trump to pressure Putin to end the war.
Russia launched its deadliest attack on Kyiv, killing at least 12.
The attack involved 440 drones and 32 missiles.
Zelenskyy called the attacks 'pure terrorism' and blamed Putin.
Attacks also occurred in Odesa, resulting in casualties.
- Who
- Zelenskyy, Trump, Putin, G7 leaders, and civilians in Kyiv and Odesa.
- What
- Zelenskyy appealed to Trump to pressure Putin to end the war, while Russia launched a large-scale attack on Kyiv and Odesa.
- When
- The attacks occurred on Tuesday during the G7 summit.
- Where
- Kyiv and Odesa, Ukraine; G7 Summit in Canada
- Why
- To seek an end to the war and garner continued support for Ukraine.
Support for Ukraine
N/A
Diplomatic Pressure and Aid
Support for Ukraine
Zelenskyy seeks more pressure on Russia, increased military and financial support, and a clear stance on who bears responsibility.
N/A
N/A
- Event
- G7 Summit & Russian Attacks
- Key Figures
- Zelenskyy, Trump, Putin
- Location of Attacks
- Kyiv and Odesa
- Casualties (Kyiv)
- At least 12 killed, 138 injured
- Casualties (Odesa)
- 2 killed, 10 injured
- Zelenskyy's Message
- Urging Trump to pressure Putin
- Attack Details
- 440 drones, 32 missiles
Sources
Zelenskiy plans to discuss weapons purchases with Trump on G7 sidelines
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy seeks G7 support as Trump’s early exit dampens summit
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy seeks G7 support as leaders carry on without Trump
12 killed, 138 injured in Russia’s deadliest attack on Kyiv, Zelensky calls it ‘horrific’