Trump Warns Putin Not Finished, Threatens Tariffs Over Ukraine War

President Donald Trump expressed disappointment in Russian President Vladimir Putin for repeatedly undermining potential peace deals to end the war in Ukraine, noting that on four occasions he believed agreements were close before Russia launched attacks. Despite his frustrations, Trump stated he is "not done" with Putin and remains open to direct talks to resolve the conflict. Trump issued a 50-day ultimatum for Russia to secure a peace deal or face severe 100% "secondary" tariffs targeting Russia’s main trading partners, such as China and India. He also announced plans to supply Ukraine with advanced Patriot missile defense systems, with European NATO members footing the bill, reflecting his changed stance on the alliance, which he now supports as it pays its own way. Trump emphasized his distrust of most leaders, including Putin, but stressed ongoing efforts to stop the bloodshed. The situation remains tense with recent Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine and some regions of Russia, underscoring the conflict’s volatility.