Trump Intensifies Pressure on Russia, Ukraine, and Iran as Tensions Escalate

President Trump threatens new tariffs on Russian oil, criticizes Zelensky over rare earth minerals, and warns of military action against Iran over nuclear talks.

Donald Trump has threatened secondary tariffs of 25-50% on Russian oil if no ceasefire agreement is reached in Ukraine, with a decision expected in the coming weeks.
The U.S. president expressed frustration with Vladimir Putin's proposal for a UN-led transitional administration in Ukraine, calling for more direct progress on peace negotiations.
Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for attempting to renegotiate a U.S.-Ukraine deal on rare earth minerals, warning of severe consequences for Ukraine's stance.
In a separate escalation, Trump warned Iran of unprecedented military action if a nuclear agreement is not reached, while also considering new economic sanctions on Tehran.
The administration is set to implement a 25% tariff on imported cars on April 3, part of Trump's broader strategy to bolster U.S. manufacturing and economic leverage.