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Trump Considers Tougher Sanctions as Ukraine Faces Russian Assaults

5/3/2025

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Amid escalating tensions in Ukraine, President Trump weighs new economic sanctions against Russia, reflecting bipartisan support for tougher measures. As diplomatic efforts falter, the EU readies a contingency plan, while Ukraine urgently calls for an unconditional ceasefire as Russian assaults grow more relentless. The stakes are high, and the world watches closely.

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Amid escalating tensions in Ukraine, President Trump weighs new economic sanctions against Russia, reflecting bipartisan support for tougher measures. As diplomatic efforts falter, the EU readies a contingency plan, while Ukraine urgently calls for an unconditional ceasefire as Russian assaults grow more relentless. The stakes are high, and the world watches closely.