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Trump Disappointed by Putin; Urges Patriot Missile Deployment

7/6/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump voiced his disappointment after a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who remains unyielding on Ukraine. In response to escalating Russian aggression, Trump backed the deployment of Patriot missiles. However, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's halt on crucial military aid has sparked worry among lawmakers and allies about the U.S. commitment to Ukraine's defense.

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U.S. President Donald Trump voiced his disappointment after a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who remains unyielding on Ukraine. In response to escalating Russian aggression, Trump backed the deployment of Patriot missiles. However, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's halt on crucial military aid has sparked worry among lawmakers and allies about the U.S. commitment to Ukraine's defense.