Putin Talks Collapse — Trump Hits India With Tariffs
Putin Meeting Ends in Deadlock
Steve Witkoff spent three hours in a closed-door meeting with Vladimir Putin on Wednesday — but emerged without a deal Donald Trump could claim as a win. The Kremlin called the talks “constructive and useful,” a diplomatic way of saying no progress was made. The meeting wrapped up just before Trump’s sanctions deadline, but Putin held firm.
No Movement on Ukraine
Trump sought steps toward a Ukraine peace deal, yet Russian missile and drone attacks have intensified since April. Russian media spoke of “signals” exchanged, but nothing concrete. The Kremlin promised updates only after Witkoff’s report — a clear delay tactic.
Trump’s Frustration Builds
Trump had warned of fresh sanctions in July if Russia didn’t move toward peace. That deadline passed without results. Privately, he’s called Putin’s narrative “nonsense” and the missile strikes “disgusting.”
Tariffs Target India
Moments after the failed talks, Trump imposed an extra 25% tariff on Indian imports, doubling the rate to 50%. He accused India of fueling Russia’s war by buying its oil. Just weeks earlier, a U.S.-India trade deal was on the table — now, relations have chilled.
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