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Key Points

Trump publicly cautioned Ukraine against targeting Moscow, emphasizing restraint in the conflict. Zelensky thanked Trump for his support in pursuing peace, calling their conversation productive. The US confirmed it would not provide long-range missiles to Ukraine. Trump reiterated his neutral stance, refusing to take sides in the war.

Key Points: Trump Says Ukraine Should Avoid Targeting Moscow in War

  • Trump advises Ukraine not to escalate strikes into Russia
  • Zelensky appreciates Trump's support for peace efforts
  • US denies sending long-range missiles to Ukraine
  • Trump claims neutrality in Ukraine-Russia conflict
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Trump says Ukraine 'shouldn't target Moscow'

Trump warns Ukraine against striking Moscow while Zelensky thanks him for support amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

"No, he shouldn't target Moscow. — Donald Trump"

Washington, July 16

US President Donald Trump said that Ukraine should not target Moscow, following a report stating that he had encouraged Kyiv to escalate deep strikes into Russian territory, according to media reports.

"No, he shouldn't target Moscow," Trump told reporters on the South Lawn of the White House when asked whether he thinks Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should target Moscow.

When asked whether the United States would send long-range missiles to Ukraine, Trump replied, "No, we're not looking to do that."

Asked if he was on Ukraine's side, Trump said he was on nobody's side, Xinhua news agency reported.

Earlier on Tuesday Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his gratitude to US President Donald Trump for his willingness to support Ukraine and contribute to efforts aimed at ending the war with Russia.

Following what Zelensky described as a “very good conversation,” he welcomed Trump’s interest in achieving a “lasting and just peace” amid the ongoing conflict.

“I spoke with President Donald Trump. It was a very good conversation. Thank you for the willingness to support Ukraine and to continue working together to stop the killings and establish a lasting and just peace. President Trump shared details about his meeting with the NATO Secretary General. It’s important that we have such a good relationship, and that the Alliance countries are working to increase defense spending,” Zelensky said in a post on X.

- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting to see how Trump balances relationships. India should learn from this - we must maintain our strategic autonomy while dealing with global powers. Non-alignment worked for us in the past, maybe it's time to revisit that approach 🤔
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Aman W
Trump is right about not escalating attacks to Moscow. War should have limits - remember what happened in Hiroshima-Nagasaki. As Indians we know the value of peace, having seen partition violence. Hope diplomacy wins 🙏
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Sarah B
Living in India but originally from US - Trump's statements worry me. The world needs clear leadership in these tense times. India's position as mediator could be crucial here. Modi government should offer peace talks platform!
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Karthik V
While I understand Ukraine's position, targeting Moscow would be disastrous. India imports so much from Russia - fertilizers, oil, defense equipment. Our economy can't afford another global crisis. Practical diplomacy needed!
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Nisha Z
Respectfully disagree with Trump's neutral stance. When one country invades another, world must take sides. India faced similar situation in 1971. Hope US shows more support to Ukraine while avoiding nuclear escalation. #StandWithUkraine

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