Trump Disputes Kyiv's Warning on Iran-Russia Satellite Cooperation
Former President Trump dismissed claims by Ukraine that Russia is sharing satellite imagery with Iran, calling any such help insignificant. He pledged to raise the issue with Putin as Senate Republicans advance a Russia sanctions bill.
Donald Trump has pushed back against allegations from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Moscow is aiding Tehran by providing satellite intelligence. Trump described any such assistance as "very un-impactful" and said he would discuss the matter directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The comments come as Republican lawmakers, led by Senator Lindsey Graham, are accelerating a new Russia sanctions bill ahead of the August congressional recess. The legislative push underscores ongoing bipartisan pressure despite Trump's dismissal of the intelligence claims.
No further details on the bill's provisions or timing were provided.
Source: First Squawk