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Simultaneously, Trump revealed a shortening of the deadline he previously gave Vladimir Putin—now set between 10 and 12 days—to agree to a ceasefire or face sanctions and tariffs. This move illustrates a shift toward more aggressive economic measures, signaling a loss of patience with Russia’s ongoing military actions, particularly in Ukraine. The delay indicates recognition that negotiations with Moscow are unlikely to succeed in the current climate, prompting a strategic pivot to sanctions as a form of pressure.