Former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum: unless a peace agreement is reached within 50 days to end the war in Ukraine, the U.S. will impose 100% tariffs on Russia and secondary sanctions on countries importing Russian oil.
📅 Meeting with NATO Chief
On July 14, 2025, during talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Trump announced a new plan to provide U.S. weapons to Ukraine via NATO allies. He warned that Russia would face “severe and powerful” economic penalties unless it cooperates.
📊 Massive Tariff Threat
Trump accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of stalling negotiations and expressed frustration over the delay in reaching a deal. “We should’ve had a resolution two months ago,” Trump stated. If no progress is made, Russia could soon face devastating tariffs.
🌐 Sanctions Targeting Oil Buyers
White House officials confirmed that sanctions would also extend to countries still purchasing Russian energy—including India and China. In May 2025, India was the second-largest importer of Russian fossil fuels, totaling €4.2 billion, mostly crude oil.
🧾 The Sanctioning Russia Bill 2025
A new bill under consideration in the U.S. Senate proposes even stricter measures—up to 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil. If passed, this could reshape global trade alliances and further isolate Moscow.
⚖️ Global Implications
These proposed actions signal escalating pressure on Russia and its trading partners. Whether they will bring an end to the conflict or deepen international divisions remains uncertain.
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