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New York Post
2 hours ago
- Business
- New York Post
Top Zelensky official praises Trump for giving Putin 10 days to end Ukraine invasion: ‘When America is serious, Russia backs down'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's right-hand man lauded President Trump Tuesday for shortening the time frame for Russia to show willingness to make peace with Kyiv — saying it will let Vladimir Putin know that Washington is 'serious' about ending the war in Ukraine. 'When the US leads, the free world follows. When America is serious, Russia backs down,' said Andriy Yermak — who runs the Ukrainian office of the president and seen as the equivalent to White House chief of staff Susie Wiles. 'We have seen that before, and we are starting to see it again.' Trump, 79, told reporters aboard Air Force One Tuesday that Russia now has just 10 days — until Aug. 8 — to avoid economic sanctions aimed at stopping the flow of cash funding Moscow's more than 41-month-old invasion. 3 President Trump announced Tuesday he was giving Russia 10 days — until Aug. 8 — to show Moscow is serious about ending the war on Ukraine. AFP via Getty Images The US president originally gave Putin 50 days from July 14 to stop his brutal assault on Kyiv — but so far, the Kremlin tyrant has shown no inclination to do so, slamming Ukraine nightly with deadly bombings and drone strikes on civilians. Should that continue, Trump has promised to levy 100% tariffs on any country that buys Russian oil — either directly or indirectly — punishing those providing Moscow with its main source of income to power its war machine. Moscow has occasionally feigned interest in a negotiated settlement, most recently holding lower-level meetings with Ukrainian officials in Turkey last week. Putin has repeatedly refused to meet with Zelensky, who showed up in Turkey earlier this summer after Trump urged the two belligerents to hold direct talks, only to be stood up. At last week's meeting, according to Yermak, Moscow's reps kept the discussions to prisoner of war exchanges and did not entertain talk of a cease-fire. 'It is necessary to act,' Yermak told The Post in an exclusive interview. 'I believe in America. I believe in President Trump.' 3 Andriy Yermak speaks to reporters in Washington last month. AP With the clock ticking, the Kremlin has sent public messages to downplay the effects of potential sanctions in an attempt to change Trump's mind. On Monday, Russian Security Council Deputy Chair Dmitry Medvedev accused Trump of risking a US-Russia war, claiming that 'Russia isn't Israel or even Iran' and cannot be influenced by American strength. 'Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war,' Medvedev threatened. 'Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country. Don't go down the Sleepy Joe road!' Yermak said Medvedev was 'very stupid' to make such a statement, adding that Ukraine has never asked the US to get directly involved in the conflict. 'With Medvedev, I don't know what his psychological condition is. Maybe he was drunk,' he said. 'Trump is not the person who will be OK with such brutal things said against the president of the United States.' To prove Medvedev and others wrong, Yermak argued, the only thing left for Trump to do is levy the new economic punishments and watch what happens. 3 Russian President Vladimir Putin has shown no inclination to stop his 41-month-old invasion. AP 'These first steps will destroy any Russian narrative and some pro-Russian forces which still try to share the narrative that nothing will happen, and that Kremlin and Putin will continue this game,' said Yermak, comparing the attempt to set the narrative to that surrounding the debate over whether then-President Biden should send Ukraine Patriot air-defense systems last year. 'What happened? We received them and the Patriots demonstrated to all the world that it is the best air defense and they destroy any kind of rockets,' he said. 'It's necessary to not believe in Russian propaganda.' Yermak also suggested the sanctions would embolden Russians who already feel the pinch in their wallets to speak out and demand the conflict stop. 'In Russia, it is impossible to control all of the social media, and the people will receive some new information and these sanctions will create a very difficult situation in the Russian economy,' he said. 'It will work together with the huge loss [by Russia] on the front line, and people will start asking Putin more loudly: 'For what did you start all this and why don't you want the war to end?''
News18
9 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
‘Work On America, Gramps': Putin's Ally To Senator Graham On Trump's Ukraine Truce Deadline
The fiery digital exchange came just hours after President Trump publicly reiterated his push for a ceasefire agreement. US Senator Lindsey Graham engaged in a sharp exchange with Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, on Monday, July 28. The heated interaction took place on X (formerly Twitter), following a stern ultimatum issued by US President Donald Trump, who warned Russian President Vladimir Putin to either strike a peace deal with Ukraine or face additional sanctions from Washington. Medvedev responded critically to Trump's ultimatum in a post, suggesting that the American president should stop playing what he called an 'ultimatum game." He warned that Trump must understand Russia is neither Israel nor Iran, an apparent reference to Trump's recent intervention in the Middle East, which led to a temporary ceasefire between those two nations. Medvedev cautioned, 'Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war, not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country." Senator Graham quickly countered the statement, issuing a firm warning of his own. 'To those in Russia who believe that President Trump is not serious about ending the bloodbath between Russia and Ukraine, you and your customers will soon be sadly mistaken," he wrote. He also brought attention to the political shift in the US leadership, adding, 'You will also soon see that Joe Biden is no longer president. Get to the peace table." Medvedev was dismissive in his reply to the senator, stating, 'It's not for you or Trump to dictate when to 'get at the peace table.' Negotiations will end when all the objectives of our military operation have been achieved." Taking a personal jab at Graham, he concluded with, 'Work on America first, gramps!" It's not for you or Trump to dictate when to 'get at the peace table'. Negotiations will end when all the objectives of our military operation have been achieved. Work on America first, gramps!— Dmitry Medvedev (@MedvedevRussiaE) July 28, 2025 The fiery digital exchange came just hours after President Trump publicly reiterated his push for a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine. Since returning to the presidency for a second term, Trump has emphasised on resolving the prolonged conflict between the neighbouring countries, which has continued through drone attacks and escalating military strikes. During a recent visit to Scotland, President Trump shortened the original 50-day deadline he had given Russia, announcing a revised ultimatum. He warned that if Moscow fails to reach a peace agreement with Ukraine within the next 10 to 12 days, it could face an intensified round of sanctions from the White House. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Russia Today
11 hours ago
- Business
- Russia Today
‘It's not for you or Trump to dictate' Russia-Ukraine negotiation terms
It is not up to Washington to dictate when Moscow should negotiate a peace deal with Kiev, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has told US Senator Lindsey Graham, urging him to focus on domestic issues instead. Medvedev's comments follow US President Donald Trump's decision on Monday to shorten his 50-day deadline for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine to just 10-12 days. Trump has threatened to impose additional sanctions on Moscow and 100% tariffs on its trading partners if no deal is reached. Medvedev, who serves as deputy chairman of the Russian Security Council, had cautioned Trump against issuing ultimatums. 'Russia isn't Israel or even Iran,' he wrote on X, warning that each threat marks 'a step towards war' between the US and Russia. Graham, a senior Republican and longtime war hawk, responded by claiming that Russia and its 'customers' would 'soon be sadly mistaken' and ordered Moscow to 'get to the peace table.' Medvedev hit back on Tuesday, stating, 'It's not for you or Trump to dictate when to 'get at the peace table.'' He added that negotiations would only end 'when all the objectives of our military operation have been achieved.' 'Work on America first, gramps!' Medvedev wrote. Graham, officially labeled a terrorist and extremist by the Russian government, receives major donations from US defense contractors and consistently supports US military action abroad, describing the Ukraine conflict as a proxy war between Washington and Moscow. He has backed continued military aid to Kiev and unsuccessfully tried to push through a bill that would impose 500% tariffs on countries trading with Russia. While Trump had initially vowed to resolve the Ukraine conflict, in recent months he has grown frustrated with the lack of progress and resorted to threats of sanctions in an effort to push Moscow and Kiev toward the negotiating table. Russian officials have welcomed Trump's peace efforts in principle but strongly opposed what they call the 'language of ultimatums,' insisting any settlement must reflect battlefield realities and address the roots of the conflict.
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USA Today
20 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 National Bank Open Presented by Rogers: Medvedev [14th] vs. Svrcina [120th] Prediction, Odds and Match Preview
No. 14-ranked Daniil Medvedev will face No. 120 Dalibor Svrcina in the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers Round of 64 on Tuesday, July 29. Medvedev is favored (-2000) in this match compared to the underdog Svrcina (+850). This match, and the rest of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers will be broadcast on Tennis Channel, tune in there from July 26 - August 7. Tennis odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Monday at 10:35 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Daniil Medvedev vs. Dalibor Svrcina matchup info Watch the Tennis Channel and more sports on Fubo! Medvedev vs. Svrcina Prediction Based on the implied probility from the moneyline, Medvedev has a 95.2% to win. Medvedev vs. Svrcina Betting Odds Medvedev vs. Svrcina matchup performance & stats
Qatar Tribune
a day ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Russia's Medvedev slams Trump for Ukraine ceasefire ultimatum
DPA Moscow Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev issued a sharp rebuke to Donald Trump on Monday after the US president threatened to bring forward a deadline for Russia to agree a ceasefire with Ukraine. 'Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war. Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country,' Medvedev wrote on X. Earlier this month, Trump threatened to hit Russia's trading partners with 'severe' tariffs if Moscow did not agree to a ceasefire within 50 days, giving Russian President Vladimir Putin a deadline of September 2. But during a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday, Trump said he would 'reduce that 50 days that I gave him to a lesser number,' saying this could be '10 or 12 days.' Trump justified the move by saying he was disappoint ted with Putin, who had shown no willingness to compromise. The Kremlin has repeatedly emphasizes that it will not be pressured into a deal. 'Russia isn't Israel or even Iran,' Medvedev wrote, referencing the brief war earlier this month between the two countries, during which the United States launched strikes on Iran in support of Israel. Medvedev, who was Russian president from 2008-12, continues to wield significant influence in Moscow as head of the National Security Council.
