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Powys County Times
15 minutes ago
- Business
- Powys County Times
Trump threatens Russia tariffs if Ukraine war is not resolved within 50 days
Donald Trump said he would punish Russia with tariffs if there is not a deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days. The US president made the announcement during an Oval Office meeting with Nato secretary general Mark Rutte. 'We're going to be doing very severe tariffs if we don't have a deal in 50 days,' Mr Trump said. He did not provide specifics on how the tariffs would be implemented. 'I use trade for a lot of things,' he added. 'But it's great for settling wars.' Meanwhile, Mr Trump's special envoy to Ukraine and Russia met with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Monday, as anticipation grew over a possible shift in the Trump administration's policy on the three-year war. Mr Rutte also planned to hold talks with US defence secretary Pete Hegseth and secretary of state Marco Rubio, as well as members of Congress. Mr Trump made quickly stopping the war one of his diplomatic priorities, and he has increasingly expressed frustration about Russian president Vladimir Putin's unbudging stance on US-led peace efforts. Mr Trump has long boasted of his friendly relationship with Mr Putin, and after taking office in January repeatedly said that Russia was more willing than Ukraine to reach a peace deal. At the same time, Mr Trump accused Mr Zelensky of prolonging the war and called him a 'dictator without elections.' But Russia's relentless onslaught against civilian areas of Ukraine wore down Mr Trump's patience. In April, Mr Trump urged Mr Putin to 'STOP!' launching deadly barrages on Kyiv, and the following month said in a social media post that the Russian leader ' has gone absolutely CRAZY!' as the bombardments continued. 'I am very disappointed with President Putin, I thought he was somebody that meant what he said,' Mr Trump said late on Sunday. 'He'll talk so beautifully and then he'll bomb people at night. We don't like that.' Mr Zelensky said he and Mr Trump's envoy, retired Lt Gen Keith Kellogg, had 'a productive conversation' about strengthening Ukrainian air defences, joint arms production and purchasing US weapons in conjunction with European countries, as well as the possibility of tighter international sanctions on the Kremlin. 'We hope for the leadership of the United States, because it is clear that Moscow will not stop unless its … ambitions are stopped by force,' Mr Zelensky said on Telegram.
New York Times
18 minutes ago
- Politics
- New York Times
Trump Promises to Help Europe Speed Weapons to Ukraine
President Trump said he would help Europe speed more weapons to Ukraine and warned Russia that if it did not agree to a peace deal within 50 days, he would impose a new round of punishing sanctions. Speaking from the Oval Office, where he met with NATO's secretary general, Mark Rutte, Mr. Trump said the weapons would be 'quickly distributed to the battlefield.' He also threatened to impose secondary sanctions, which are penalties imposed on other countries or parties that trade with nations under sanctions. . 'I'm disappointed in President Putin, because I thought we would have had a deal two months ago, but it doesn't seem to get there,' Mr. Trump said. 'It's just the way it is,' he added. 'I hope we don't have to do it.' Mr. Trump, who has dodged questions about whether he thought President Vladimir V. Putin has sought to prolong the war, was quick to say that he didn't believe he was being played by the Russian leader. Russia, which launched an unprovoked invasion on Ukraine in 2022, has escalated its attacks on Ukraine amid peace negotiations. 'My conversations with him are very pleasant, and then the missiles go off at night,' said Mr. Trump, who indicated that Mr. Putin had repeatedly backed out of deals to bring an end to the three-year war. 'He's fooled a lot of people,' Mr. Trump said of Mr. Putin, who he called a 'tough guy.' 'He fooled Clinton, Bush, Obama, Biden — he didn't fool me,' Mr. Trump said. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Spectator
22 minutes ago
- Politics
- Spectator
Trump has given Ukraine a chance to stop Putin in his tracks
It took Donald Trump six months, at least six useless phone calls with Vladimir Putin and more than a thousand Ukrainian civilians killed since the start of his second term for the realisation to finally hit: Russia has no intention of ending the war. Today, the American President took a U-turn from praising Putin and unveiled a new plan to arm Ukraine. Nato allies will purchase 'billions of dollars' worth of US military equipment to send to Ukraine, with 17 Patriot air defence systems already being prepared for delivery. Trump will also impose 100 per cent tariffs on Russia and its trade partners if Putin doesn't make a deal to end the war in 50 days. With Mark Rutte, Nato Secretary General, seated beside him in the Oval Office, Trump said he was 'very unhappy' that his conversations about the peace deal with Putin were followed by Russian bombings in Ukraine: I speak to Putin a lot about getting this done, and I always hang up and say, 'That was a nice phone call.' I go home and tell the First Lady, 'I spoke with Vladimir today. We had a wonderful conversation.' She says, 'Oh, really? Another city was just bombed … I don't wanna say he is an assassin, but he is a tough guy. It's been proven over the years. He fooled a lot of people. He fooled Clinton, Bush, Obama, Biden, but he didn't fool me.' Ukrainians will greet this news with great relief: their country's survival has relied on the erratic moods within Trump's administration that have led to three halts in military aid since January. Now, Ukraine can expect a continuous flow of weapons to the front line. The 17 Patriots interceptors will protect civilians as well as soldiers from Russian missile attacks. But this new deal doesn't mean that Trump has taken Ukraine's side – rather, he is frustrated with Putin's unwillingness to stop. When Trump failed to quickly deliver any kind of a ceasefire, he had two options to choose from: either to abandon Ukraine and risk its collapse during his term or continue Joe Biden's policy of aiding its resistance. Both options must have been hard to swallow, given that Trump repeatedly lashed out at Biden for the chaotic retreat from Afghanistan and for pouring billions of taxpayer dollars into Ukraine. Volodymyr Zelensky handed Trump a way out at the Nato summit two weeks ago, offering a scheme under which the EU pays for American-made weapons and gifts them to Ukraine. It was a dream business offer Trump couldn't resist. As for Putin, Trump has given him a 50 day deadline to finish the summer offensive. The Russian troops seized about 215 sq miles of territory last month, a record this year. They are yet to make a breakthrough but much can change before September. Putin's plan to crush Ukraine when American aid dries up may have failed, but he still has an overwhelming advantage in manpower and weapon quantities. According to Ukrainian intelligence, some 30,000 North Koreans will soon join the fight. Konstantin Kosachev, vice speaker of Russia's Federation Council, wrote on his Telegram that Trump's announcement won't affect Russia's stance: And in 50 days, oh how much can change – both on the battlefield and in the mood of those in power in the US and Nato. When summer, the best season for the ground offensive, ends, Trump believes Putin will come to the negotiating table. He is even concerned that, with all the weapons received, Ukraine may feel 'emboldened' to continue the fight and refuse the peace deal. Rutte was right to dismiss his doubts. 'Ukraine wants a peace deal and they will stay committed to that, there is no doubt', he said. 'You and I will make sure of it.' Ukraine's best chance is to use this time – and America's weapons – to stabilise the front line and stop the Russian advances once and for all.
News18
24 minutes ago
- Politics
- News18
‘Will Be Hit Very Hard': Trump Threatens Putin With 'Very Powerful' Weapon
Last Updated: US President Trump criticized Russian President Putin for attacks on Ukraine, warning of severe consequences and confirming the delivery of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. As someone who claimed that he could end the Russia-Ukraine war within 24 hours, has now taken a tougher tone with Russian President Vladimir Putin. US President Donald Trump has criticised Putin for Russia's continued attacks on Ukraine. He expressed his disappointment with Putin and warned that Putin 'will be hit very hard" if he continues his aggression. Trump said, 'He's fooled a lot of people, he fooled Bush, Clinton, Obama, Biden," but emphasised that Putin didn't fool him. 'He didn't fool me,' Trump said, further threatening to take action against Russia, stating that Putin 'will be hit very hard" if he continues his aggression. 'At a certain point, you know, ultimately, talk doesn't talk, it's got to be action," the US President added. Trump also confirmed that the US will send Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine to help the country defend itself against Russian attacks. He warned that his administration would impose 100% tariffs on Russia if Moscow and Kyiv fail to reach a ceasefire deal within 50 days. While addressing a joint appearance at the White House with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, amid ongoing diplomatic pressure on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, Trump said, 'I use trade for a lot of things." he added. 'But it's great for settling wars." Meanwhile, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has promised that Ukraine will receive 'massive numbers" of weapons under the NATO-US agreement. Trump has expressed frustration with Putin, criticising him for failing to follow through on his words. Trump stated he's 'very disappointed" with Putin, citing unsuccessful US-brokered talks aimed at negotiating a truce between Russia and Ukraine. 'I thought he was somebody that meant what he said — and he'll talk so beautifully, then he'll bomb people at night. We don't like that," he told reporters. Trump's stance on Russia and Ukraine has shifted. Initially, he was conciliatory towards Vladimir Putin, but now he's expressed growing frustration with the Russian leader's unyielding stance on US-led peace efforts and prolonging the war. On the other hand, he adopted a softer stance with Zelenskyy after a bitter public spat in the Oval Office in February, as indicated by his decision to send Patriot systems amid increased Russian aerial attacks. 'This is billions of dollars worth of military equipment is going to be purchased from the United States, going to NATO… and that's going to be quickly distributed to the battlefield," Trump said. 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! First Published: Latest News Delhi: Vikramjit Singh new Anti-Corruption Branch chief, replaces Madhur Verma Agency feeds Agency feeds Peshawar HC returns Imran Khan's party's petition regarding reserved seats Agency feeds Man stabbed to death over chicken piece at post-wedding dinner in Karnataka Agency feeds Punjab AAP appoints youth, women wing in-charges India 'Need To Address De-Escalation': What Are The Key Takeaways From Jaishankar's Visit To China? latest news
India Today
25 minutes ago
- Politics
- India Today
Trump warns very severe tariffs on Russia if it doesn't ends Ukraine war in 50 days
US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened "severe tariffs" against Russia if Vladimir Putin does not agree to a ceasefire with Ukraine in the next 50 days."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 at 100 percent, and that's the way it is," Trump said while speaking to reporters at the White House on has increasingly voiced dissatisfaction with Putin's handling of the war in Ukraine. The move to arm Ukraine comes amid continued Russian missile strikes despite earlier talks aimed at a ceasefire. Earlier, the US President fumed at the Russian leader for saying he wanted peace and then stepping up his attacks on Ukraine. With his disenchantment with Putin growing, Trump also hinted that new sanctions on Russia could be announced soon."I am very disappointed with President Putin," he said. "I thought he was somebody that meant what he said — and he'll talk so beautifully, then he'll bomb people at night. I don't like it."Trump also said that the Patriot missile systems and batteries will be among the weapons the US would send to Nato to support Ukraine in its war against week, Trump said that he was not happy with Putin and was considering additional sanctions on Moscow, underscoring his frustration over the growing death toll in Russia's war with Ukraine."We're not happy with Putin — I'm not happy with Putin because he's killing a lot of people,' Trump said, responding to a question on the war. 'It's turned out to be tougher,' he added, referring to the drawn-out conflict that has left tens of thousands dead and reshaped global security."If I was Vladimir Putin today, and you're speaking about what you are planning to do in 50 days. I would reconsider whether I should not take negotiations about Ukraine more seriously," Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte, who joined Trump for talks at the White House, said in support of his stance."It's a full complement with the batteries," news agency Reuters quoted Trump as saying."We're going to have some come very soon. Within days, a couple of the countries that have Patriots are going to swap over and will replace the Patriots with the ones they have," he who returned to the White House in January, had promised a quick end to the war during his poll campaign. Trump said his shift was motivated by increasing frustration with Putin, who, according to him, had talked about peace but continued to strike Ukrainian cities."We actually had probably four times a deal. And then the deal wouldn't happen because bombs would be thrown out that night and you'd say we're not making any deals," Trump said.- EndsTune InMust Watch
