Trump Threatens 100 Per Cent Tariffs On Russia Without Ukraine Deal In 50 Days
WASHINGTON, July 15 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to impose 100 per cent secondary tariffs on Russia if a deal on ending the war in Ukraine is not reached within 50 days, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
Speaking during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the Oval Office, Trump said he was 'very unhappy' with Russia and disappointed in President Vladimir Putin.
'I thought we would have had a deal two months ago, but it doesn't seem to get there,' Trump said.
bootstrap slideshow
'So, based on that, we're going to be doing secondary tariffs. If we don't have a deal in 50 days, it's very simple – and they'll be 100%.'
Calling the Ukraine war, which started in February 2022, former President Joe 'Biden's war,' Trump said: 'I would like to see it end. It wasn't my war ... I'm trying to get you out of it.'
He also announced that the US would supply Ukraine with weapons through NATO, but added that European allies would cover the full cost.
'We made a deal today … We are going to be sending them weapons that they are going to be paying for. The United States will not be having any payment made. We're not buying it, but we will manufacture it, and they're going to be paying for it,' he said.
Rutte confirmed the arrangement, saying: 'The US has decided to indeed massively supply Ukraine with what is necessary through NATO. Europeans (are) 100% paying for that.'
Trump also confirmed that US Patriot missile systems would be delivered to Ukraine 'within days.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Barnama
16 minutes ago
- Barnama
ASEAN Change Management Conference 2025 Returns With Stronger Regional Voice
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- Building on the success of its impactful debut last year, the ASEAN Change Management Conference 2025 (ACMC) is set to return to Kuala Lumpur on Oct 1 and 2, bringing together leaders and practitioners from across Southeast Asia for bold leadership and a people-first focus. Organised by K-Pintar Sdn Bhd, this year's conference, themed 'Advancing Results, Change Done Right!', promises deeper regional engagement, stronger collaboration, and practical insights that go beyond theory into real-world transformation. K-Pintar Sdn Bhd, in a statement, said ACMC 2025 aims to position change not merely as a necessity, but as a skill to be honed. ACMC chairperson and K-Pintar chief executive officer (CEO), R. A. Thiagaraja, said ACMC 2025 is about equipping leaders and change practitioners to implement change with precision and long-term impact. 'In a region as diverse and dynamic as ASEAN, change cannot be imported; it must be interpreted. And this year, we're moving from awareness to action,' he said. He said ACMC 2025's speakers lineup includes experts from England, Poland, Africa, India, Singapore, and Malaysia, bringing global ideas together with local experience to talk about the real challenges in ASEAN. The conference centers on five topics of Trends and Innovation, Organsational Culture, Psychology and Neuroscience, Change Leadership and Fundamentals, and Digital Transformation that will be explored through masterclasses, interactive workshops, leadership dialogues and design sprints, offering participants practical tools they can apply in real-world settings. According to the statement, the National Institute of Public Administration (INTAN) has come on board as a strategic collaboration partner for ACMC 2025, bringing in the perspective of Malaysia's public sector. 'This partnership reflects the government's continued efforts to drive innovation and build a more forward-looking public service. It is in line with the values of Malaysia MADANI, which supports new ideas and changes that benefit the people,' the statement said.
Daily Express
16 minutes ago
- Daily Express
From Sabah to Canberra: Penny Wong says her story reflects Australia's multicultural strength
Published on: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 15, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during a bilateral meeting with Wong at the Prime Minister's Office in conjunction with the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Putrajaya on July 11, 2025. — Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR: Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong says close people-to-people ties are key to long-term friendship between Australia and Malaysia. She said this is also supported by the shared history of both countries and a strong belief in the value of regional cooperation. Advertisement 'The friendship between Australia and Malaysia is built on our shared history and the close relationships between our peoples,' she said in a 1-minute and 25-second video posted on her official Instagram account, @senatorpennywong. The video includes footage from her childhood in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, as well as her appearance at the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre last week. Wong added that this year marks the 70th anniversary of Australia-Malaysia diplomatic relations, and she expressed support for Malaysia's role as Asean Chair. 'We will continue working with our regional partners to support a shared vision for a more secure, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific, in which Asean plays a central role,' she said. Wong, who was born in Malaysia and raised in Australia, said her life story reflects the reality of modern Australian society. 'My story, like that of many Australians, is a modern Australian story — almost half of all Australians were born overseas or have a parent who was born overseas,' she said. She emphasised that this multicultural background is one of Australia's key strengths in building strong international relationships, including with Southeast Asian nations. 'It helps us find common ground with people across the world, including in Southeast Asia,' she added. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Barnama
18 minutes ago
- Barnama
Govt To Address Issues Raised By Malaysian Bar Within Framework Of Federal Constitution
KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government has taken note of the concerns raised by the Malaysian Bar through the 'Walk to Safeguard Judicial Independence' and is committed to addressing the issue responsibly and transparently within the framework of the Federal Constitution. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said as an effort to increase transparency in the appointment procedure of Superior Court Judges, the government announced the implementation of a Comparative Study of the Judicial Appointment System by the Legal Affairs Division of Prime Minister's Department last week. She said the study aims to provide better clarity on the role of the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) and also to address the issues raised by the Malaysian Bar. 'The government is always open to the views of all parties, including the Malaysian Bar, who will also be invited to join in this study, to ensure a more transparent, integrity-based and trusted judicial appointment system for the people. 'In addition, issues raised by the Malaysian Bar should be considered within the framework of the Federal Constitution, the Judicial Appointments Commission Act 2009 [Act 695] and other laws in force,' she said in a statement today. Therefore, she said, all quarters should continue to respect the role of the constitution, which is the core of the country's judicial independence. Azalina said the Federal Constitution has established a clear mechanism to deal with judicial misconduct. Article 125(3) and (4) of the Federal Constitution empower the Yang di-Pertuan Agong to establish a special tribunal to investigate allegations of misconduct, and judges under investigation may be suspended on the advice of the Prime Minister after consultation with the Chief Justice, she said. In addition, she said, Article 125(3A) provides the Chief Justice with the power to refer any breach of ethics to the Judicial Ethics Committee established under the Judges' Ethics Committee Act 2010 [Act 703].
