Donald Trump threatened severe sanctions and tariffs against Russia unless the country reached a settlement to end its nearly three-year-old war with Ukraine. Trump directly addressed Russian President Vladimir Putin in a Truth Social post, calling for an immediate resolution and warning of economic repercussions if Russia fails to comply. During his campaign, Trump claimed he could end the conflict in 24 hours. Trump urged Russia to end the war, warning of worsening consequences while framing his stance as a favor to the country and its struggling economy. He emphasized his intention to use economic measures similar to tactics employed against other nations during his presidency.
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00:00It's Benzinga bringing Wall Street to Main Street.
00:02Donald Trump threatens severe sanctions and tariffs against Russia unless the country
00:06reached a settlement to end its nearly three-year-old war with Ukraine.
00:10Trump addressed Russian President Vladimir Putin in his Truth Social post,
00:16calling for immediate resolution and warning of economic repercussions if Russia fails to comply.
00:22During his campaign, Trump claimed he could end the conflict in 24 hours.
00:27Trump urged Russia to end the war, warning of worsening consequences,
00:31while framing his stance as a favor to the country and its struggling economy.
00:36He emphasized the intention to use economic measures similar to tactics
00:40employed against other nations during his presidency.