Melania Trump Urges Putin to Protect Children Amid Ukraine War
WASHINGTON — First lady Melania Trump took a bold step in diplomacy by personally reaching out to Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him to consider the well-being of children affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The letter, written on official White House stationery, was hand-delivered by President Donald Trump during his recent meeting with Putin in Alaska. While the letter did not explicitly mention Ukraine, it appealed to Putin’s humanity and compassion for innocent children.
“There is an innocence which stands above geography, government, and ideology,” Melania wrote. “You have the power to singlehandedly restore the melodic laughter of children. In protecting their innocence, you serve humanity itself.”
The letter, obtained by Fox News Digital and shared on social media by Trump administration allies, emphasized that Putin could make a significant impact with a simple decision.
Putin’s government has faced widespread criticism for forcibly relocating Ukrainian children into Russian territory since the conflict began in 2022. The International Criminal Court has even issued an arrest warrant for Putin, accusing him of war crimes and personal responsibility for the abductions.
While the White House did not disclose Putin’s response to Melania’s letter, Russian state media described it as “symbolic and emotional.” This gesture marks Melania Trump’s significant involvement in the administration’s foreign policy efforts and comes at a critical time as global leaders work to bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine. — Agencies
