📰 Donald Trump Gives Russia a 50-Day Ultimatum – Or Face 100% Tariffs ⏳⚠️

Donald Trump, speaking from the White House, warned that Russia has 50 days to end its war in Ukraine — or face 100% secondary tariffs.

📞 Trump Says Talks With Putin Go Nowhere

Trump said he has spoken to President Putin several times, and the conversations always “sound friendly,” but missile attacks continue right after.

“I hang up the phone and the next day missiles hit Kyiv,” Trump said.
“After that happens a few times, you realize the talk doesn’t mean anything.”
🛑 Deadline: Early September

Trump had already given Putin a 2-week warning months ago, but nothing changed. Now he’s set a final 50-day deadline. If Russia doesn’t agree to peace, massive trade penalties will follow.

🔫 U.S. Arms for Ukraine – But Through NATO

Trump said the U.S. will still help Ukraine with weapons, but now only through NATO, not directly. NATO will handle the funding and delivery.

💰 What Are Secondary Tariffs?

These are harsh economic penalties that don’t just hit Russia, but also punish any country that trades with Russia.

Strangely, after Trump’s announcement, the Moscow stock market jumped — likely because people feared something even worse (like earlier rumors of 500% tariffs).

📉 Trump’s Message to Russia: Focus on Your Economy

Trump said Russia should stop the war and start rebuilding its economy:

“Russia has huge potential. They should use it for trade, not destruction.”

He avoided saying what he’d do if Russia escalates, but warned he's serious about stopping the war.

🧾 Trump Reacts to Sanctions Bill in Congress

A new bill in Congress could bring even tougher penalties on Russia. Trump said:

“It might help… but I’m not sure we need it.”

He kept his position open, saying the bill "could be useful", but doesn’t want lawmakers to “waste their time.”