In a recent news conference, Donald Trump has proposed a new, aggressive timeline for President Vladimir Putin to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine — stating a window of "ten or 12 days" starting from Monday. Expressing disappointment with Putin's handling of the ongoing conflict, which has entered its fourth year, Trump underscored that immediate progress towards peace is imperative, citing a lack of significant advancements in negotiations.
Trump Sets New Ceasefire Deadline for Russia Over Ukraine Conflict
Trump Sets New Ceasefire Deadline for Russia Over Ukraine Conflict
Former President urges immediate action on Ukraine ceasefire ahead of Putin's potential response.
Trump's previous deadline of 50 days for the cessation of hostilities elicited a tepid response from the Kremlin, with officials deeming it serious but requiring further analysis. In stark contrast, Trump's new ultimatum comes with threats of severe economic repercussions for Russia if compliance isn’t met. He reiterated plans for introducing 100% tariffs on nations engaging with Russia, aimed at crippling Russian trade and revenue.
At a press event alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland, Trump conveyed a firm stance against the continuation of negotiations with Russia. He emphasized his prior optimism for a ceasefire, lamenting the disparity between diplomatic discussions and escalating missile strikes on Ukrainian cities. His comments have sparked reactions within Russian media, with officials dismissing his warnings as ineffective.
In the backdrop of these developments, Russian military operations against Ukraine have intensified. Meanwhile, talks hosted by Turkey have failed to yield any lasting agreements despite some prisoner exchanges. With Ukraine remaining firm in its military aspirations and NATO relationships, the pathway toward peace appears increasingly convoluted and fraught with challenges.
The question looms — can Putin adhere to Trump's demanding timeline, or will the conflict persist amid lingering tensions and unresolved geopolitical complexities?
At a press event alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland, Trump conveyed a firm stance against the continuation of negotiations with Russia. He emphasized his prior optimism for a ceasefire, lamenting the disparity between diplomatic discussions and escalating missile strikes on Ukrainian cities. His comments have sparked reactions within Russian media, with officials dismissing his warnings as ineffective.
In the backdrop of these developments, Russian military operations against Ukraine have intensified. Meanwhile, talks hosted by Turkey have failed to yield any lasting agreements despite some prisoner exchanges. With Ukraine remaining firm in its military aspirations and NATO relationships, the pathway toward peace appears increasingly convoluted and fraught with challenges.
The question looms — can Putin adhere to Trump's demanding timeline, or will the conflict persist amid lingering tensions and unresolved geopolitical complexities?
