So much for the warm embrace of Moscow. After a couple of weeks of sweeter talk toward Russia, as a means to get a negotiated settlement to the war in Ukraine, Trump has changed his rhetorical tone sharply this morning. In response to a massive air offensive launched by Vladimir Putin against the Ukrainians, Trump sent out a brief warning on Truth Social to back off — or else:
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, get to the table right now, before it is too late. Thank you!!!
Putin likely thought the time was ripe for a new offensive to change the conditions on the ground after the rupture last week in the Oval…
