April 03, 2025
Trump says he was very angry after Putin criticised Zelensky’s credibility and suggests he could impose secondary tariffs of 25%-50% on Russian oil buyers
The move follows Trump’s frustration with Putin over Ukraine and potential tariffs on Russian oil
Trump, who says he wants to be remembered as a peacemaker, has repeatedly said that he wants the three-year conflict in Ukraine to end
The US president urges the Russian leader to spare Ukrainian troops
He lists a slew of issues with the US ceasefire proposal, stating it need clarifications
Zelensky met with Starmer and other Western leaders on Sunday, where they agreed to draw up a Ukraine peace plan to present to the US
The Kremlin spokesman says the two leaders could speak again by phone if needed
Trump says he will probably meet Putin this month
