Trump Gives Russia 50-Day Ultimatum
The former U.S. President Donald Trump has given a stern warning to Russia over the war in Ukraine. In his words, while addressing a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House, Trump stated that Russia has 50 days to commit to ending the war. If Russia fails to comply, Trump affirmed that he will apply heavy tariffs to Russia.
Trump Seeks to Employ Trade Measures as a Warfare Tactic
Trump said he would employ trade measures to fix world conflicts. He declared tariffs could be used to help stop wars, but he did not clarify precisely how these tariffs against Russia would be implemented.
Support for Ukraine and NATO to Increase
Trump also promised to provide advanced arms to NATO. He said NATO would coordinate the provision of the arms to Ukraine.
Meetings with Ukrainian Leaders Continue
Trump's special Ukraine and Russia envoy, retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg, recently sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Zelensky responded after the meeting that they had good discussions regarding military assistance and Russian sanctions.
Trump Reiterates to Equip Ukraine
Trump has already made commitments to shipping additional weapons to Ukraine. The talks reaffirmed that the U.S. would send the Patriot air defense system as part of its assistance.
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