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In a speech, Trump stated, "I'm not happy with Putin. I can tell you that much right now because he's killing a lot of people, and a lot of them are his soldiers." He also criticized Putin’s diplomatic approach, suggesting that the Russian leader’s friendly demeanor is ultimately superficial. The situation appears to be worsening, with Trump considering the introduction of additional sanctions—specifically a bill that proposes hefty tariffs on countries trading with Russia, notably in the oil sector.
A notable proposal in Congress involves imposing up to a 500% tariff on trade with nations like India if they continue to engage in energy dealings with Russia. This move indicates a significant escalation in US economic pressure, signaling a tough stance aimed at isolating Moscow further.