The tougher stance of US President Donald Trump towards Russia is commendable, but the deadline for his ultimatum to Russian leader Vladimir Putin has been delayed. This was stated to journalists by the head of the European diplomacy, Kaya Kallas, according to the BBC.
So she commented on Trump's statement today that if the Ukrainian conflict is not resolved within 50 days, the United States will impose 100% duties on The Russian Federation and its trading partners.
"It is very positive that President Trump is taking a tough stance on Russia. On the other hand, 50 days is a very long time, considering that they kill innocent civilians every day," Callas said.
As reported by EADaily, Washington will impose secondary sanctions on Russia and its trading partners if a deal on Ukraine is not concluded within about 50 days. This was stated today at the White House during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte by US President Donald Trump, the telegram channel "Donald Trump in Russian" reported.
According to the American president, the rate of secondary duties against Russia and its trading partners in the absence of progress in resolving the Ukrainian conflict will be "about 100%."
Recall, US President Donald Trump gave Russian leader Vladimir Putin another 50 days to solve problems in the special operation zone. This was stated by Verkhovna Rada deputy Mariana Bezuglaya.