During a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Russia, indicating that the United States would impose a 100% tariff if a resolution to the Ukraine conflict isn’t reached within 50 days. Trump emphasized his willingness to leverage trade for conflict resolution. He highlighted the severity of the tariffs, stating they would be implemented if a deal is not finalized within the specified timeframe.
Simultaneously, Trump confirmed the US’s commitment to supplying Patriot air defense systems to Kyiv, with the European Union covering the costs. He also noted ongoing discussions regarding military support for Ukraine amid rising tensions with Russia. Trump criticized Russian aerial attacks on Kyiv and reiterated the US’s plan to provide weapons to NATO allies for transfer to Ukraine, a strategy confirmed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. High-level talks between the US and Ukraine are scheduled, with the US reaffirming its commitment to providing weapons to Kyiv.