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Sean Penn Condemns Putin, Urges U.S. Support for Ukraine

9/13/2025

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Actor Sean Penn reflected on his 2001 meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a September 2025 interview with Jimmy Kimmel.
Initially trusting, Penn's view changed after three years of war in Ukraine, condemning Putin's actions.
He urged U.S. support for Ukraine against Russian aggression, highlighting ongoing violence and the need for freedom.
Recent Kremlin attacks on Kyiv and a drone strike in Poland have heightened tensions.
NATO leaders are evaluating their response to the escalating situation.

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Actor Sean Penn reflected on his 2001 meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a September 2025 interview with Jimmy Kimmel.
Initially trusting, Penn's view changed after three years of war in Ukraine, condemning Putin's actions.
He urged U.S. support for Ukraine against Russian aggression, highlighting ongoing violence and the need for freedom.
Recent Kremlin attacks on Kyiv and a drone strike in Poland have heightened tensions.
NATO leaders are evaluating their response to the escalating situation.