Trump Warns Russia-Ukraine Conflict Could Escalate to World War III: Urges Immediate Peace Negotiations

Dec 12, 2025 05:28 pm CST

President Donald Trump has expressed deep frustration over the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, warning it could potentially escalate into World War III if peace isn't achieved soon. With 25,000 casualties reported in the previous month alone, Trump is pushing for immediate cessation of hostilities while offering US assistance as part of a security agreement, though he remains disappointed with both nations' reluctance to embrace peace proposals.