Shelling of Sumy. Zelensky commented on Trump's statement that outraged Ukrainians.

The soft reaction of the US presidential administration is a continuation of the current US policy. They believe this will lead to peace.

President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that such a reaction from the US president is a continuation of their policy while commenting on the shelling of the city of Sumy by Russian troops. This was reported by the correspondent of 'Gromadske'.

Zelensky noted that this cannot be called a mistake. He also emphasized that several rockets struck the city center and were shrapnel, which leads to maximum damage among the civilian population.

The president also thanked Secretary of State Rubio and European countries for their reaction. He mentioned that they are grateful for their response.

It should be reminded that US President Donald Trump stated that he was informed that Russia made a mistake striking the city of Sumy. He considers this war terrible and shameful. If he were president, he would not have allowed this war to start.

On April 13, Russian troops attacked the city of Sumy, resulting in dozens of deaths and over a hundred injuries.

Also, the United States refused to support a joint document from the 'Group of Seven' condemning the Russian strike on Sumy on April 13 since they want to continue negotiations with the Kremlin.

Analysis

President Zelensky expressed his opinion regarding the US president's reaction to the shelling of the city of Sumy. He supported President Trump's reaction and noted several strikes that hit the city center and caused serious destruction. The president also expressed his gratitude for the support and stated that the reaction is a continuation of US policy. He also reminded about the horrific consequences of the war and expressed the unwillingness to start a conflict. This incident emphasizes the support for Ukraine from other countries but also shows the necessity to continue negotiations with Russia to achieve peace.