**Donald Trump's latest ultimatum places pressure on Russia as Ukraine's President welcomes revised deadline for peace talks.**
**Trump Sets Short Deadline for Ukraine Ceasefire; Urges Immediate Action**
**Trump Sets Short Deadline for Ukraine Ceasefire; Urges Immediate Action**
**Former President emphasizes urgency for Russia to stop aggression within 10-12 days amid ongoing conflict.**
Trump has issued a tightened deadline for a ceasefire in the ongoing Ukraine conflict, stating Russia must come to an agreement within "ten or 12 days," which he announced during a news conference in Scotland. Expressing disappointment towards President Putin, Trump emphasized there is no reason to delay any further given the lack of progress towards peace. In previous remarks, he had urged a 50-day timeline, warning of heavy economic consequences—potentially a 100% tax on trade with Russia should they fail to end hostilities.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky remarked that Trump's intervention is "extremely significant," celebrating the updated timeline as it aligns with the urgent need for a resolution to save lives. Trump highlighted the contrast between Putin’s assurances during their discussions and the ongoing bombardment of Ukrainian cities, reflecting a deteriorating trust in negotiations. "We were going to have a ceasefire and maybe peace... and all of a sudden, you have missiles flying into Kyiv," Trump lamented, expressing frustration at the lack of meaningful dialogue.
Despite Trump's assertion that he is no longer interested in negotiations, Russian officials have dismissed these ultimatums as ineffective. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov commented on the initial 50-day timeframe, hinting at its seriousness but also emphasizing Moscow's need for further evaluation. Meanwhile, Russian MP Andrey Gurulyov insisted that Trump's pressures hold little sway over Russian operations.
As of late, Russia has escalated its offensives, launching drone and missile attacks across Ukraine while maintaining a steadfast military presence. The previous rounds of ceasefire discussions facilitated significant exchanges of prisoners, yet they failed to yield any substantive agreements on halting the conflict. The prospect of peace remains elusive, especially as Russia's demands—such as Ukraine adopting neutrality and limiting its military ambitions—are fundamentally opposed by Kyiv and its allies. Recent talks have been dishearteningly brief, suggesting that tangible progress is still a long way off.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky remarked that Trump's intervention is "extremely significant," celebrating the updated timeline as it aligns with the urgent need for a resolution to save lives. Trump highlighted the contrast between Putin’s assurances during their discussions and the ongoing bombardment of Ukrainian cities, reflecting a deteriorating trust in negotiations. "We were going to have a ceasefire and maybe peace... and all of a sudden, you have missiles flying into Kyiv," Trump lamented, expressing frustration at the lack of meaningful dialogue.
Despite Trump's assertion that he is no longer interested in negotiations, Russian officials have dismissed these ultimatums as ineffective. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov commented on the initial 50-day timeframe, hinting at its seriousness but also emphasizing Moscow's need for further evaluation. Meanwhile, Russian MP Andrey Gurulyov insisted that Trump's pressures hold little sway over Russian operations.
As of late, Russia has escalated its offensives, launching drone and missile attacks across Ukraine while maintaining a steadfast military presence. The previous rounds of ceasefire discussions facilitated significant exchanges of prisoners, yet they failed to yield any substantive agreements on halting the conflict. The prospect of peace remains elusive, especially as Russia's demands—such as Ukraine adopting neutrality and limiting its military ambitions—are fundamentally opposed by Kyiv and its allies. Recent talks have been dishearteningly brief, suggesting that tangible progress is still a long way off.
