Trump Warns Zelensky and Threatens Tariffs on Russian Oil Buyers

The U.S. President criticizes Ukraine's hesitation on a minerals deal and targets Russian oil exports to pressure for peace in the ongoing conflict.

Donald Trump has expressed anger at Vladimir Putin for questioning Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's credibility and suggesting a leadership change in Ukraine.
Trump has threatened 25% secondary tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil if no progress is made toward ending the Ukraine war.
Zelensky faces warnings from Trump over a potential withdrawal from a rare earth minerals deal with the U.S., which Trump views as critical to bilateral cooperation.
Russian aggression in Ukraine continues unabated, with Zelensky accusing Putin of prolonging the war and rejecting peace efforts, including a U.S.-proposed ceasefire.
Internal divisions in Germany's CDU over Russia sanctions deepen as pro-Russia stances face criticism from coalition partners and party members.