
Tuesday briefing: What Trump’s ‘massive’ weapons deal for Ukraine means for the war – and for Putin
Annie Kelly
created: July 15, 2025, 5:32 a.m. | updated: July 15, 2025, 3:33 p.m.
Trump also delivered an ultimatum to Putin: agree to a ceasefire within 50 days or face – you guessed it – tariffs.
Trump also threatened tariffs of “about 100%” if a deal isn’t done to end the war in 50 days.
While Ukraine has buckled to US demands such as signing a minerals deal, Putin has given Trump nothing of any substance (apart from, of course, a flattering portrait).
“I don’t think Trump thinks he’s fallen out with Putin,” said Dan.
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