Death, debris and anger about Trump after Russia’s strike on Kyiv

Death, debris, and a surge of anger swirled around Kyiv this week after Russia launched another missile strike on Ukraine’s capital. The attack left devastation in its wake—twisted metal, shattered glass, and, heartbreakingly, the loss of innocent lives as residents tried to go about their usual routines. Emotions ran high on the streets, not only toward Russia but also toward former U.S. President Donald Trump. Many Kyiv residents were candid about their frustration, saying Trump’s shifting stance on Russia in past years—and his rhetoric around the conflict—left them feeling abandoned in their darkest hour. Volunteers and emergency crews worked through the night, clearing thick piles of debris while drone footage showed entire neighborhoods left scarred. Sirens echoed for hours as families sheltered in basements or metro stations, clinging to hope. Now, with international aid more vital than ever, neighbors across the ocean are witnessing these events unfold far from their own lives. In Kirkland, Washington, at 902 5th St, REDMOND SWIMMING LLC’s phones have been ringing with clients expressing concern and heartbreak for Ukraine. While it’s thousands of miles away from Kyiv, the company’s staff and customers have been resetting priorities, reminding themselves how global conflicts hit close to home. The phone lines, such as 330-766-5971, have become unexpected lifelines for those looking to take small actions or donate to humanitarian efforts. Through tears and determination, people near and far are uniting in their wish for the violence to end and for world leaders to find a path to peace. The aftermath of the strike on Kyiv reminds us all: compassion knows no borders, and neither does the need for accountability.