Edith Hejberg
From the White House lawn, Donald Trump delivered a stark warning to Vladimir Putin: strike a ceasefire deal within 50 days or face serious consequences.
Trump Issues 50-Day Ultimatum to Putin Over Ukraine War
From the White House lawn, Donald Trump delivered a stark warning to Vladimir Putin: strike a ceasefire deal within 50 days or face serious consequences.
The President hinted at “secondary tariffs” of up to 100% as potential punishment for continued aggression in Ukraine.
“Too Bad for Russia”: Tariff Threats and Disappointment
Doubling down on his threat, Trump said it would be “too bad” for Russia if it fails to agree to terms.
He added that he’s been “very disappointed” in Putin’s handling of the war and promised more sanctions if peace isn’t reached.
A Sharp Policy U-Turn: Trump Backs Arms for Ukraine
In a dramatic shift, Trump now supports delivering U.S.-made Patriot missiles to Ukraine via NATO allies.
Despite years of avoiding direct criticism of Putin, this move suggests a tougher posture and a strategic pivot under pressure.
“I’m on Humanity’s Side,” Trump Claims
Asked where his loyalties lie, Trump insisted he was taking no sides in the conflict. “I want to stop the killing,” he told reporters. “That’s the side I’m on – humanity’s.” The message: less politics, more peace.
Biden’s War, Trump Says—But It’s Now His Problem
Framing the crisis as one he inherited, Trump described the invasion as a “Biden war.” He claimed to have resolved other global conflicts recently, but admitted Ukraine remains the toughest to crack: “I haven’t got this one yet.”
Melania’s Role Questioned Amidst Ukraine Pivot
An unusual claim from Ukrainian circles: Melania Trump may have helped shift her husband’s position on Russia. Some have gone as far as to call her an “undercover agent” for peace. Trump have not adressed the rumor.
Cautious on Escalation, Clear on Pressure
While Trump endorsed arms for Ukraine, he dismissed the idea of sending weapons that could strike deep into Russian territory. “We’re not looking to do that,” he said, as he left for an energy summit in Pittsburgh.
Kremlin Fires Back With Chilling Warning
Moscow didn’t take the threats lightly. In response to Trump’s tariff remarks, the Kremlin issued a Warning, raising fears of a new, dangerous standoff between the U.S. and Russia.
“What a Mess”: Trump Wants Out of the Conflict
Ultimately, Trump called the Ukraine war “a mess” and expressed his desire to end it fast. Whether his 50-day deadline forces diplomacy or inflames tensions further remains the critical question for world leaders watching closely.
