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Rep. Turner: Russia's Attacks Defy American Values Amid Peace Talks

12/28/2025

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Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) says Russia's strikes on Ukrainian civilians, including on Christmas, reflect a conflict against American values.
In an ABC News interview, Turner calls Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions a war of aggression.
He notes a meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss peace plan, including a Russian withdrawal and an $800 billion recovery fund, while Zelensky seeks security guarantees from Western allies.

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Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) says Russia's strikes on Ukrainian civilians, including on Christmas, reflect a conflict against American values.
In an ABC News interview, Turner calls Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions a war of aggression.
He notes a meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss peace plan, including a Russian withdrawal and an $800 billion recovery fund, while Zelensky seeks security guarantees from Western allies.