Trump Accelerates Deadline for Russian Ceasefire with Ukraine
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President Trump has reduced his deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire with Ukraine. The original 50-day deadline, declared on July 14, included a threat to impose a 100% secondary tariff on Russia if no ceasefire agreement was reached. Since that initial announcement, Russia has maintained its attacks on Ukraine, leading to Trump’s decision to advance his deadline.
Trump Advances Ceasefire Deadline for Russia-Ukraine Conflict
President Donald Trump has escalated his timeline for Russia to endorse a ceasefire with Ukraine. Unveiling a fresh deadline of “10 or 12 days” during his visit to Scotland, Trump emphasized urgency, declaring, “There’s no reason to wait.”
On July 14, Trump imposed a 50-day deadline for Russia to resolve the conflict, threatening to unleash a 100% “secondary” tariff on Russia in the absence of an accord. Learn more about the potential tariff here.
Despite the ultimatum, Russia has persisted in assaulting Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently reported the interception of hundreds of Russian drones and multiple missiles, conceding that some had landed successful strikes.
Trump also announced a deal to facilitate US weapon sales through European allies to Ukraine.
Trump’s frustration over Russia’s stubbornness regarding a ceasefire has been growing. His multiple conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin have yet to yield an agreement. Trump reflected on the current situation, stating, “I’m disappointed in President Putin. Very disappointed in him.”
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