Donald Trump has suddenly thrown down the gauntlet to everyone who thought US policy on the Ukraine war would stay the same! After a long period of criticism and retreat, he has announced sending new offensive missiles and ammunition to Ukraine, but with a catch – Europe will have to foot the entire bill. Yes, you read that right! Trump made it clear that NATO allies will bear the costs, while the US will only supply the weapons. But that’s not all – if Russia doesn’t agree to a ceasefire within 50 days, secondary tariffs of 50% will hit not only Russia but also its trading partners like China and India. This is a trade war on steroids!
In interviews with the BBC, Trump repeatedly expressed his disappointment with Vladimir Putin, saying he thought a deal was close four times, only for Russia to launch new attacks on Kyiv each time. Although he previously called NATO obsolete, he now claims the alliance has become the opposite and that allies are finally paying their own way.
This new policy marks a serious shift in the US approach – from retreat and criticism to direct threats and harsh measures. Europe is on the hook to pay the full cost, and the world watches as the trade war and the war in Ukraine blend into one dangerous cocktail. Will this bring peace or more chaos? Time will tell, but one thing is clear – Trump is ready to play dirty and won’t hold back.
What do you think? Will this ultimatum force Putin to negotiate or just deepen the conflict? Drop a comment and let your voice be heard in this madness!
