(COMBO) This combination of pictures created on March 18, 2025 shows President Donald Trump (L) on the phone on January 28, 2017 in Washington, and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin (R) on the phone Moscow on December 27, 2023. (Photo by Drew ANGERER and Gavriil GRIGOROV / various sources / AFP)
US President Donald Trump has given Russian President Vladimir Putin a 10 to 12-day deadline to make progress toward ending the war in Ukraine.
Trump expressed frustration with Putin’s handling of the conflict during a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland.
“We’re not seeing any progress being made,” Trump said, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
“I’m going to make a new deadline of about 10 or 12 days from today. There’s no reason in waiting.”
This new deadline marks a significant escalation in diplomatic pressure on Russia, with Trump signaling that the US expects immediate steps toward ending the hostilities or risk further consequences.
The US president has threatened to impose severe economic penalties, including 100% tariffs on Russia’s trading partners, if a deal isn’t reached.
Ukraine’s presidential aide praised Trump’s statement, saying it was a “clear message of peace through strength”
Trump’s ultimatum reflects his growing frustration with Putin’s actions in Ukraine.
“I’m disappointed in President Putin,” Trump said. “I think I already know the answer what’s going to happen.”
The next two weeks will be pivotal in determining whether Trump’s pressure campaign compels Moscow to return to the negotiating table.
