Trump threatens to impose secondary tariffs on Russian oil if Moscow obstructs efforts to end the war in Ukraine, expressing frustration over Putin's comments on Zelenskiy’s leadership.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that he would impose secondary tariffs of 25% to 50% on Russian oil if he determines that Moscow is hindering efforts to resolve the war in Ukraine.
Trump expressed frustration over comments made by Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s leadership. He also mentioned plans to have a conversation with Putin later this week.
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