Ukraine: The Latest Putin commits 'Bloody Palm Sunday' massacre in Sumy & Germany ready to give Taurus missiles to Ukraine
Apr 14, 2025
In this discussion, James Rothwell, the Berlin Correspondent, explores the fallout from Russia's cluster munition strike in Sumy, deemed a war crime. He reflects on global reactions, particularly Donald Trump’s comments downplaying the tragedy. The conversation shifts to Germany's pivotal decision to supply Taurus missiles to Ukraine, analyzing how this could alter the balance of European defense. Rothwell emphasizes the urgent need for accountability and the shifting dynamics in military support as the conflict escalates.
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Sumy Cluster Munition Attack
- Russia's cluster munition strike on Sumy targeted civilians, including churchgoers on Palm Sunday, killing 34 and injuring over 100.
- The attack used two Iskander M ballistic missiles launched from Russian territory, marking a deliberate war crime.
International Reaction To Sumy Strike
- European leaders widely condemned the Sumy attack as cruel and a war crime demanding strong measures and ceasing hostilities.
- Donald Trump called it a "mistake," which some see as tacit support for Putin, undermining ceasefire efforts.
Trump's "Mistake" Defense Criticized
- Donald Trump's defense of the strike as a "mistake" is morally and politically indefensible given the civilian casualties.
- Such dismissals enable Russian aggression and cast doubt on Trump's suitability for global leadership.