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Melania Trump Praises Putin for Reuniting Ukrainian Children

12/5/2025

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Melania Trump praised Vladimir Putin for leadership in reuniting seven Ukrainian children taken during the invasion and commended the 'persistent diplomacy' of Russia and Ukraine.
Her remarks followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s admission of uncertainty regarding Kremlin actions amid a failed peace effort.
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer criticized Putin’s seriousness in negotiations.
Melania revealed she has maintained ongoing communication with Vladimir Putin about the children’s welfare since August.

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Melania Trump praised Vladimir Putin for leadership in reuniting seven Ukrainian children taken during the invasion and commended the 'persistent diplomacy' of Russia and Ukraine.
Her remarks followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s admission of uncertainty regarding Kremlin actions amid a failed peace effort.
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer criticized Putin’s seriousness in negotiations.
Melania revealed she has maintained ongoing communication with Vladimir Putin about the children’s welfare since August.