Overview

• Trump told Dmitry Medvedev to “watch his words,” calling him a “failed former President” in a Truth Social post after Medvedev ridiculed U.S. ultimatum on Ukraine.
• Medvedev responded by invoking Russia’s Cold War–era “Dead Hand” nuclear-control system and saying U.S. threats prove Moscow’s policy is on track.
• The accelerated ceasefire ultimatum gives Russia under 10 days to agree to a truce in Ukraine or face U.S. tariffs and sanctions.
• A 25% tariff on Indian imports for purchasing Russian oil takes effect August 1 as part of Trump’s economic pressure campaign.
• Bipartisan senators in Congress are drafting secondary sanctions that could levy up to 500% tariffs on countries importing Russian energy and strategic goods.