U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war, warning of severe economic sanctions if the conflict continues. Trump emphasized diplomacy and proposed negotiations, highlighting the war’s devastating impact and stressing the need to prioritize peace and save lives through immediate action.
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing war in Ukraine, emphasizing the dire consequences if the conflict persists.
Trump, sworn in as the 47th U.S. president earlier this week, addressed the issue on Wednesday through his Truth Social app. He criticized the war's devastating impact, which has resulted in widespread displacement and casualties in Ukraine.
Expressing confidence that the war would not have started under his previous administration, Trump stressed the urgency of resolving. He warned that failure to broker a peace deal would lead to severe economic measures, including heightened tariffs and sanctions on Russian exports to the U.S. and allied nations.
“Russia’s economy is struggling, and it’s time to end this ridiculous war,” Trump stated. “Settle now, or face even harsher consequences. Let’s work toward peace – no more lives should be lost.”
The Ukraine conflict began in February 2022 when Russia launched a full-scale invasion, escalating tensions that had simmered since 2014. International responses have included significant sanctions targeting Russian industries to pressure Moscow into withdrawing its forces.
Observers now await Putin’s response to Trump’s call for peace and the potential economic fallout for Russia.
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