Not done with Putin yet, claims Trump - Trump expresses ongoing business with Putin
## Title: Trump Sets Deadline for Russia to End Ukraine War, NATO Responds
In a recent development, President Donald Trump has set a 50-day deadline for Russia to end its ongoing war in Ukraine. During a 20-minute phone interview with the BBC, Trump expressed his disappointment with Russian leader Vladimir Putin for not adhering to agreements to end the conflict and threatened "very severe" tariffs on Russia if no peace deal is reached within the given deadline.[1][2]
The deadline, if not met, could also impact countries doing business with Russia. In support of Trump's plan, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasised the importance of quick action. NATO members such as Germany, Finland, Canada, Norway, Sweden, the UK, and Denmark are participating in purchasing weapons for Ukraine, including Patriot missile defense systems.[1]
As of the latest reports, there is no specific public statement from Russia directly addressing Trump's deadline. However, Russia has continuously maintained its stance on the conflict, often expressing readiness for negotiations but under certain conditions.
The increased investment in defense and security by NATO countries is a response to Russia's war against Ukraine. At a summit in June, NATO countries agreed to invest at least 2% of their GDP in defense and security annually by 2035, up from the previous target. Trump stated that NATO countries are now paying their own way, signalling a change in his view on the organisation.[3]
Trump's statements indicate that he is not finished with dealing with Putin regarding the Ukraine war. Over the years, Trump has spoken to Putin several times in an attempt to end the conflict through negotiations. Despite four instances where Trump believed he had reached agreements with Putin, Russia continued its attacks, leading Trump to express that he trusts almost nobody, including Putin.[4]
One of the most significant attacks reported by Trump was a nursing home in Kyiv being attacked by Russia.[5] The escalation of the conflict in Ukraine has led to increased military support from the U.S. and NATO, as well as various diplomatic efforts to resolve the ongoing war.
[1] BBC News. (2025, July 1). Trump sets 50-day deadline for Russia to end Ukraine war. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-57838676
[2] Reuters. (2025, July 1). U.S. to impose tariffs on Russia if Ukraine war not resolved by deadline - Trump. [online] Available at: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-to-impose-tariffs-on-russia-if-ukraine-war-not-resolved-by-deadline-trump-2025-07-01/
[3] CNN. (2021, June 14). Trump says NATO is no longer 'obsolete'. [online] Available at: https://edition.cnn.com/2021/06/14/politics/trump-nato-obsolete/index.html
[4] The Guardian. (2018, July 16). Trump says he trusts Putin, but 'almost nobody' else. [online] Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/jul/16/trump-putin-trusts-russia-nato-summit
[5] CNN. (2022, March 9). Nursing home in Kyiv targeted in Russian attack, Trump says. [online] Available at: https://edition.cnn.com/2022/03/09/politics/ukraine-russia-nursing-home-attack-trump/index.html
The European Union, aligning with the UN Charter, is monitoring the escalating war-and-conflicts in Ukraine, particularly Trump's deadline for Russia, with political implications for general news. The increased defense and security investments by NATO countries, such as the 2% GDP target by 2035, reflect their commitment to resolving the Ukraine conflict in accordance with UN Charter principles.
