Trump claims Zelensky refuses to end war after Ukraine attacks Russia.
Context
What happened: Trump said Zelensky "doesn't want to end this war" after Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russia, and accused him of obstructing peace negotiations with Moscow.
Key numbers: Russia's defence ministry claimed it intercepted 1,015 Ukrainian drones and reported one death and five injuries.
Why it matters: Zelensky warned that Washington siding with Moscow would be a "historic mistake," and said he remained in contact with US officials including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to pursue negotiations.
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Oct 19, 2026 10:00 AM ET