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'Easy way, or the hard way': Trump threatens Russia with 'taxes, tariffs, and sanctions' over war in Ukraine


Published on 2025-01-22 13:00:38 - MSN
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  • In one of his first foreign policy moves since taking office, President Donald Trump is threatening financial repercussions against Russia over its ongoing war in Ukraine.

The article from MSN discusses former President Donald Trump's comments on the ongoing war in Ukraine, where he suggested that the U.S. could impose severe economic measures against Russia to pressure them into ending the conflict. Trump mentioned using taxes, tariffs, and sanctions as potential tools to force Russia to the negotiating table, stating that these could be applied in an "easy way or the hard way." He made these remarks during a campaign event, emphasizing his belief that economic pressure could lead to a quicker resolution of the conflict. Trump's statements reflect his approach to foreign policy, which often involves leveraging economic power to achieve geopolitical goals. However, the article also notes that his comments come at a time when the U.S. and its allies are already applying various sanctions against Russia, indicating that Trump's proposed measures might intensify existing efforts.

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