President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Russia, stating that the United States will impose a 100% tariff if a peace agreement is not reached within 50 days to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump made this announcement during his meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House. He emphasized the role of trade in resolving conflicts, making it clear that these tariffs would be severe and immediately enforced if a deal remains elusive.
Simultaneously, Trump announced the US would provide Patriot air defense systems to Kyiv, with the EU funding this initiative. He also addressed the ongoing dialogue regarding military aid to Ukraine amid growing tensions with Russia. Trump also detailed the US’s strategy to supply weapons to NATO allies, allowing them to transfer them to Ukraine, a decision confirmed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Furthermore, high-level discussions are planned this week with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reaffirm the United States’ dedication to provide weapons to Kyiv.