BREAKING: New revelations from Donald Trump regarding Melania Trump’s sentiments on the ongoing war in Ukraine are making headlines. According to Trump, Melania feels “very strongly” about the suffering of children caught in the conflict but does not harbor ill feelings towards Vladimir Putin, the architect of the attacks.
During a recent interview, Trump expressed disappointment over the “ridiculous war” that continues to escalate, despite his earlier claims that ending Russia’s aggression would be a top priority on his first day in office. Almost eight months later, the war rages on without a viable peace plan.
In a critical meeting held on August 16, 2023, in Alaska, Trump handed over a letter from Melania to Putin, urging him to “protect the innocence” of children affected by the conflict. The letter poignantly stated, “In today’s world, some children are forced to carry a quiet laughter, untouched by the darkness around them—a silent defiance against the forces that can potentially claim their future.” While Melania did not explicitly mention the war, her comments were clearly aimed at the plight of Ukrainian children.
As of July 2023, the United Nations reported over 13,800 civilians have died due to the conflict, including approximately 725 children. In addition, more than 20,000 Ukrainian children are believed to have been kidnapped amid the chaos, raising urgent international concerns.
Following the summit, Trump was questioned by reporters if Melania had expressed any further thoughts on Putin. “No, the first lady actually got along great with Putin, as I did,” he replied, despite Melania not accompanying him to the meeting. Their past meetings include a G20 summit in Hamburg in 2017 and a trilateral diplomacy meeting in Finland in 2018. The couple was last publicly photographed together in November 2018 during World War I commemorations in Paris.
Trump’s comments come as reports indicate that Putin has disregarded numerous deadlines set by Trump for a ceasefire or peace agreement. “But you know we’re disappointed—both of us are disappointed that this ridiculous war continues,” Trump stated, underscoring the couple’s shared frustration over the conflict.
When asked if he was proud of Melania for sending the letter, Trump affirmed, “Yes, she is, and she’s felt very strongly about the children, yeah, feels very badly about it.”
As the situation in Ukraine worsens, eyes are now on what actions will follow from both the U.S. and Russia. The emotional weight of Melania’s message highlights the human suffering that continues to unfold, making it imperative for the international community to address the urgent humanitarian crisis.
The Daily Beast has reached out to the White House for further comments, as developments in this story are expected to unfold rapidly in the coming days. Stay tuned for updates on this critical situation.