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Trump Threatens Heavy Tariffs on Russian Oil Amid Ukraine Crisis

3/30/2025

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President Donald Trump unleashed his frustration at Vladimir Putin for doubting Ukrainian President Zelensky's legitimacy. He warned of imposing hefty tariffs of 25-50% on Russian oil if peace talks falter, asserting that buyers of Russian oil would face consequences in the U.S. if he deems Russia responsible for the ongoing conflict.

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President Donald Trump unleashed his frustration at Vladimir Putin for doubting Ukrainian President Zelensky's legitimacy. He warned of imposing hefty tariffs of 25-50% on Russian oil if peace talks falter, asserting that buyers of Russian oil would face consequences in the U.S. if he deems Russia responsible for the ongoing conflict.