Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a dramatic shift in his stance toward Russian President Vladimir Putin, expressing that he is “very disappointed” with the Russian leader’s lack of progress in the war in Ukraine.
Speaking from Turnberry, Scotland, Trump stated that he would cut the original 50-day deadline he had given to Putin down to just 10 or 12 days. The deadline was originally intended to provide time for a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine. With this revision, Trump is signaling increased urgency and impatience with Russia’s stance.
“I’m very disappointed in President Putin,” Trump said. “I’m going to reduce that 50 days that I gave him to a lesser number something like 10 or 12 days from today.”
Sanctions May Follow
If Russia fails to meet the new timeline, Trump warned that he would implement additional sanctions, including possible secondary tariffs on countries that continue to trade with Russian energy firms. Trump emphasized that the U.S. “no longer has the luxury of waiting,” and called on NATO allies to increase pressure on the Kremlin.
According to analysts, these new sanctions could be the toughest yet, targeting banking access, oil exports, and foreign investments connected to Russian oligarchs. Some expect the move to shake energy markets, especially in Europe.
Mixed Reactions Worldwide
Ukrainian officials have welcomed Trump’s firmer position. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised the move, stating it could “accelerate negotiations.” Meanwhile, the Kremlin dismissed Trump’s remarks as “theatrics aimed at domestic politics.”
Markets have responded cautiously. Energy stocks saw slight movement, while geopolitical risk indicators ticked higher. Investors are watching closely to see whether Putin will respond or escalate further.
Sources: Reuters, Fox News, Washington Post, Times of India
