Kathrine Frich
The South Carolina senator threw his support behind Trump’s strategy.
The South Carolina senator threw his support behind Trump’s strategy.
“If Putin Wonders What Happens on Day 51…”
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham issued a chilling warning to the Kremlin after Donald Trump unveiled a new plan to end the war in Ukraine.
Graham referenced past U.S. strikes on Iran, saying: “If Putin wonders what happens on day 51, I suggest he call the ayatollah.”
Trump Gives Russia 50 Days to End the War
President Trump warned that Moscow has 50 days to negotiate peace in Ukraine or face a wave of “severe” new sanctions.
The ultimatum came during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Bunker Buster Reference Sends a Message
Graham’s reference alludes to U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities on June 21, which used B-2 Spirit bombers and “bunker-busting” bombs.
Trump later described the mission as a “spectacular success.”
Graham Praises Trump’s NATO Plan
The South Carolina senator threw his support behind Trump’s strategy.
According to Hotnews he called the president’s promise to have NATO allies fund U.S.-made weapons for Ukraine “welcome news.”
New Tariff Threats Take Aim at Russian Oil
Trump also announced that countries continuing to buy cheap Russian oil would face “secondary tariffs”, potentially up to 100%.
These measures are meant to choke off one of Russia’s key funding sources for the war.
“If I Were a Country Buying Cheap Russian Oil…”
Graham didn’t mince words when addressing countries still supporting Moscow’s war machine.
He warned: “If I were a country buying cheap Russian oil, supporting Putin’s war machine, I would take President Trump at his word.”
Iran’s Role as Russia’s Key War Ally
Iran has become one of Russia’s closest allies, supplying missiles and drones that have devastated Ukrainian infrastructure.
Russian-made Geran drones used in attacks on Ukrainian cities are modeled after Iran’s Shahed series.
Massive Oil Revenues Still Powering Russia’s War
According to economists in Kyiv, Russia stands to earn more than $160 billion annually from oil sales unless stronger sanctions are imposed.
These revenues continue to fund military operations, including recent airstrikes on Ukrainian cities.
Trump’s Tougher Tone on Putin Raises Eyebrows
After months of sending mixed signals on Russia, Trump’s comments this week marked a shift.
“I am disappointed in President Putin because I thought we were going to make a deal two months ago,” he said. “But it looks like it’s not going to get there.”
