President Donald Trump has issued a clear warning to both Russia and Ukraine, calling for immediate negotiations while threatening Moscow with new economic restrictions if a peace deal is not reached soon.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump signaled his intention to take action against Russia’s financial system if the war continues. “Based on the fact that Russia is absolutely ‘pounding’ Ukraine on the battlefield right now, I am strongly considering large scale Banking Sanctions, Sanctions, and Tariffs on Russia until a Cease Fire and FINAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT ON PEACE IS REACHED,” he wrote.
Trump made it clear that both Russia and Ukraine needed to act quickly. “Get to the table right now, before it is too late,” he added.
"Based on the fact that Russia is absolutely 'pounding' Ukraine on the battlefield right now, I am strongly considering large scale Banking Sanctions, Sanctions, and Tariffs on Russia until a Cease Fire and FINAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT ON PEACE IS REACHED. To Russia and Ukraine,… pic.twitter.com/kwrfbaQw4d
— President Donald J. Trump (@POTUS) March 7, 2025
The Trump administration has been actively engaged in diplomatic talks, with White House officials set to meet Ukrainian representatives in Saudi Arabia next week. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed that these discussions will focus on cease-fire arrangements and potential paths to ending the war.
The proposed sanctions could go far beyond those imposed under previous administrations. Unlike prior restrictions, Trump’s strategy could include targeting third-party nations and companies that continue to do business with Moscow, similar to sanctions once used against Iran.
With global concerns rising over the potential for the war to spiral further, Trump’s move signals that he intends to bring both nations to the table — by economic force if necessary.
