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Trump Threatens Tariffs on Russian Oil After Putin Questions Zelensky's Leadership

The U.S. president expressed anger over Putin's remarks about Ukraine's president and escalated economic pressure to push for a ceasefire in the ongoing war.

Donald Trump said he would consider 'secondary tariffs' on Russian oil if a ceasefire with Ukraine can’t be reached.
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The Republican president appears to be fast running out of friends on both sides of the ongoing war in Eastern Europe.
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Overview

  • President Trump criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for suggesting a transitional government in Ukraine to replace Volodymyr Zelensky, calling the remarks unacceptable.
  • Trump threatened secondary tariffs of 25-50% on Russian oil if Russia is deemed responsible for stalling peace negotiations with Ukraine.
  • Despite his anger, Trump stated his relationship with Putin remains 'very good' and plans to speak with him again this week to discuss a potential ceasefire.
  • The conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, with Russian forces launching deadly strikes on Kharkiv and other regions over the weekend.
  • Ukrainian President Zelensky urged the international community to apply greater pressure on Russia to achieve a ceasefire and protect Ukraine's sovereignty.