A day after the German government said police investigations and intelligence findings had proved that Russia was behind the ‘hybrid war’ incidents, the chiefs of Nato and the European Commission warned that Moscow is growing increasingly reckless and vowed to respond to a “new normal”.“Leipzig marks a new escalation on European Union soil directly attributed to Russia,” said Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, a day after Berlin blamed Russia for a failed drone attack last month on Leipzig airport.“We have to step up and that means being ready to respond to Russia’s recklessness faster and better,” von der Leyen said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte said the whole alliance stood “in full solidarity with Germany”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-suggests-renaming-strait-of-hormuz-to-trump-strait-1788377239194">Trump suggests renaming Strait of Hormuz to ‘Trump Strait’</a>&nbsp;Russia has rejected German accusations that a drone carrying explosives deliberately targeted a Ukrainian cargo plane on 4 August.The drone was defused by a robot at Leipzig/Halle airport but a second one is thought to have collided with another cargo plane.A third drone was found 10 days later at the Leipzig airport, an important Nato hub that is regularly used by Ukrainian Antonov transport aircraft.&nbsp;Germany’s interior minister said on Tuesday that the drone’s configuration, components, explosives and detonator were all known from other Russian hybrid operations.Two suspects were reportedly identified in the Leipzig incidents: a Belarusian with a Russian passport who entered on a tourist visa and another with Latvian and Russian passports.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinping-urges-middle-east-nations-to-reject-external-interference-seek-new-security-architecture-1788367177952">Xi Jinping urges Middle East nations to reject ‘external’ interference, seek new ‘security architecture’</a>&nbsp;Berlin has said it will close the Russian consulate in Bonn and the Russian House cultural institution.The Russian foreign ministry said Berlin had offered no evidence to back its claims and promised to respond in “mirror-image” fashion.&nbsp;&nbsp;Germany’s chargé d’affaires Bernd Finke was summoned to hear Moscow’s rejection of Berlin’s “entirely unfounded accusations”.&nbsp;Asked whether Moscow would be prepared to sever relations with Berlin, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko answered “maybe”, but said for now it was giving diplomacy a chance.Von der Leyen was clear in her statement that the Leipzig attack had involved “military-grade material carried out by Russian operatives on European Union soil”.“We will not tolerate it,” she said.&nbsp;France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said at the EU foreign ministers meeting at Wicklow, Ireland, that action could be taken on a European level against Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” of ships carrying oil and other cargo aimed at avoiding EU sanctions.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ram-temple-s-first-ceo-retired-air-marshal-jeetendra-mishra-is-a-kargil-veteran-helmed-west-command-during-op-sindoor-1788358961656">Ram Temple’s first CEO Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (Retd.) is a Kargil veteran, helmed West Command during Op Sindoor</a>&nbsp;EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said they were working on how to tighten enforcement of existing sanctions and added there was broad support for an EU visa entry ban on Russian ex-combatants as well as stricter visa limits on Russian tourists.&nbsp;Several acts of suspected sabotage have been reported in Germany in the past 24 hours alone, including two attacks on electricity substations, one in the east and one in the west near Cologne.North Rhine-Westphalia Interior Minister Herbert Reul said an attack that targeted power lines at Bergheim in western Germany was deliberate, and whoever had carried out was attacking the country as a whole.“We are investigating two possibilities: sabotage directed by a foreign state and left-wing extremism,” he said.

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte said the whole alliance stood “in full solidarity with Germany”. Germany’s interior minister said on Tuesday that the drone’s configuration, components, explosives and detonator were all known from other Russian hybrid operations.

A day after the German government said police investigations and intelligence findings had proved that Russia was behind the ‘hybrid war’ incidents, the chiefs of Nato and the European Commission warned that Moscow is growing increasingly reckless and vowed to respond to a “new normal”. “Leipzig marks a new escalation on European Union soil directly attributed to Russia,” said Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, a day after Berlin blamed Russia for a failed drone attack last month on Leipzig airport. “We have to step up and that means being ready to respond to Russia’s recklessness faster and better,” von der Leyen said. Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte said the whole alliance stood “in full solidarity with Germany”. Also Read: Trump suggests renaming Strait of Hormuz to ‘Trump Strait’ Russia has rejected German accusations that a drone carrying explosives deliberately targeted a Ukrainian cargo plane on 4 August. The drone was defused by a robot at Leipzig/Halle airport but a second one is thought to have collided with another cargo plane. A third drone was found 10 days later at the Leipzig airport, an important Nato hub that is regularly used by Ukrainian Antonov transport aircraft. Germany’s interior minister said on Tuesday that the drone’s configuration, components, explosives and detonator were all known from other Russian hybrid operations. Two suspects were reportedly identified in the Leipzig incidents: a Belarusian with a Russian passport who entered on a tourist visa and another with Latvian and Russian passports. Also Read: Xi Jinping urges Middle East nations to reject ‘external’ interference, seek new ‘security architecture’ Berlin has said it will close the Russian consulate in Bonn and the Russian House cultural institution. The Russian foreign ministry said Berlin had offered no evidence to back its claims and promised to respond in “mirror-image” fashion. Germany’s chargé d’affaires Bernd Finke was summoned to hear Moscow’s rejection of Berlin’s “entirely unfounded accusations”. Asked whether Moscow would be prepared to sever relations with Berlin, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko answered “maybe”, but said for now it was giving diplomacy a chance. Von der Leyen was clear in her statement that the Leipzig attack had involved “military-grade material carried out by Russian operatives on European Union soil”. “We will not tolerate it,” she said. France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said at the EU foreign ministers meeting at Wicklow, Ireland, that action could be taken on a European level against Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” of ships carrying oil and other cargo aimed at avoiding EU sanctions. Also Read: Ram Temple’s first CEO Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (Retd.) is a Kargil veteran, helmed West Command during Op Sindoor EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said they were working on how to tighten enforcement of existing sanctions and added there was broad support for an EU visa entry ban on Russian ex-combatants as well as stricter visa limits on Russian tourists. Several acts of suspected sabotage have been reported in Germany in the past 24 hours alone, including two attacks on electricity substations, one in the east and one in the west near Cologne. North Rhine-Westphalia Interior Minister Herbert Reul said an attack that targeted power lines at Bergheim in western Germany was deliberate, and whoever had carried out was attacking the country as a whole. “We are investigating two possibilities: sabotage directed by a foreign state and left-wing extremism,” he said.

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte said the whole alliance stood “in full solidarity with Germany”. Germany’s interior minister said on Tuesday that the drone’s configuration, components, explosives and detonator were all known from other Russian hybrid operations.

EU and NATO step up pressure on Russia after Germany ‘escalation incidents’

India's Ministry of External Affairs on Friday (Sep 26) issued a sharp statement, refuting the claims of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who said that US President Donald Trump’s tariffs against India are indirectly having an impact on the war in Ukraine. This comes after Rutte alleged that New Delhi has contacted Moscow, adding that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to explain his strategy on Ukraine amid trade tensions with the US.“We have seen the statement by NATO Secretary-General Mr. Mark Rutte regarding a purported phone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin. The statement is factually incorrect and entirely baseless. At no point has Prime Minister Modi spoken with President Putin in the manner suggested. No such conversation has taken place,” the MEA said.The statement added, “Speculative or careless statements that misrepresent the Prime Minister’s engagements or suggest conversations that never occurred are unacceptable.”<h2>What did NATO chief say?</h2>“Trump’s tariffs on India are having a big impact on Russia. Delhi is on the phone with Putin, and Narendra Modi is asking him to explain his strategy on Ukraine because India is being hit with tariffs,” Rutte told CNN during an interview on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.<h2>India-US trade tensions</h2>NATO chief’s comments come amid the trade talks between India and the US. India’s team, led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, who was in New York to discuss a trade agreement, returned on Friday (Sep 26).Following the talks, Goyal said that India and the US are aiming to “achieve an early conclusion” to the trade deal. “The delegation had constructive meetings with the U.S. Government on various aspects of the deal. Both sides exchanged views on possible contours of the deal and it was decided to continue the engagements with a view to achieve early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement,” he said.Earlier this month, a team of representatives from Washington, led by Brendan Lynch, visited New Delhi to hold talks with Indian officials.The trade relations between New Delhi and Washington strained after Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods last month, citing unfair trade policies and Russian oil purchases. The discussions are ongoing between the two nations to finalise a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

NATO chief Mark Rutte has claimed that tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on India are indirectly impacting Russia’s war in Ukraine.

India's Ministry of External Affairs on Friday (Sep 26) issued a sharp statement, refuting the claims of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who said that US President Donald Trump’s tariffs against India are indirectly having an impact on the war in Ukraine. This comes after Rutte alleged that New Delhi has contacted Moscow, adding that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to explain his strategy on Ukraine amid trade tensions with the US. “We have seen the statement by NATO Secretary-General Mr. Mark Rutte regarding a purported phone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin. The statement is factually incorrect and entirely baseless. At no point has Prime Minister Modi spoken with President Putin in the manner suggested. No such conversation has taken place,” the MEA said. The statement added, “Speculative or careless statements that misrepresent the Prime Minister’s engagements or suggest conversations that never occurred are unacceptable.” What did NATO chief say? “Trump’s tariffs on India are having a big impact on Russia. Delhi is on the phone with Putin, and Narendra Modi is asking him to explain his strategy on Ukraine because India is being hit with tariffs,” Rutte told CNN during an interview on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. India-US trade tensions NATO chief’s comments come amid the trade talks between India and the US. India’s team, led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, who was in New York to discuss a trade agreement, returned on Friday (Sep 26). Following the talks, Goyal said that India and the US are aiming to “achieve an early conclusion” to the trade deal. “The delegation had constructive meetings with the U.S. Government on various aspects of the deal. Both sides exchanged views on possible contours of the deal and it was decided to continue the engagements with a view to achieve early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement,” he said. Earlier this month, a team of representatives from Washington, led by Brendan Lynch, visited New Delhi to hold talks with Indian officials. The trade relations between New Delhi and Washington strained after Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods last month, citing unfair trade policies and Russian oil purchases. The discussions are ongoing between the two nations to finalise a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

NATO chief Mark Rutte has claimed that tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on India are indirectly impacting Russia’s war in Ukraine.

‘Factually incorrect, entirely baseless’: New Delhi refutes NATO chief’s claims on Modi-Putin talks

Mark Rutte, the Secretary General of NATO, warned India and several other countries that they could face severe consequences, including secondary sanctions, if they continue to trade with Russia. He made the remark after meeting US senators, a day after Donald Trump gave an ultimatum to Russia to either announce a peace deal with Ukraine within 50 days or face crippling sanctions.<h2>What did Mark Rutte say and why?</h2>Mark Rutte warned those living in Beijing or Delhi that they could be hit by sanctions if their governments continue trading with Moscow, which is facing pressure from the West over its protracted war against Ukraine.&nbsp;Mark Rutte asked the leaders of nations like India, China, and Brazil to speak with Vladimir Putin and convince him to accept a US-brokered peace deal.&nbsp;&nbsp;"So please make the phone call to Vladimir Putin and tell him that he has to get serious about peace talks, because otherwise this will slam back on Brazil, on India, and China in a massive way," Rutte was quoted as saying by Reuters.&nbsp;Rutte promised that European countries would find the money to support Ukraine's war efforts so that it is in a strong position during peace talks with Russia. He vowed that, along with the US, Europe would help Ukraine acquire air defence, missiles, and ammunition.<h2>Why did he attack India?</h2>India has been buying Russian oil, facing the ire of the United States and Europe. The West accuses India and other countries that have been buying Russian energy products of funding the war in Ukraine. They claim the money Russia generates from these deals provides Moscow with the financial resources needed to sustain the protracted war. New Delhi says it has been ensuring India's energy security by buying discounted oil from Moscow and that it is doing what's best for its people.<h2>Who is Mark Rutte?</h2>Mark Rutte became the 14th Secretary General of NATO on October 1, 2024. He is the former prime minister of the Netherlands, having served in the post for 14 years from October 2010 to July 2024. "He is a committed European and transatlanticist and was instrumental in bolstering his country’s role at the heart of NATO and the European Union," NATO's website reads.&nbsp;He was a member of the Dutch parliament from January to May 2003 and leader of the liberal Dutch People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) from 2006 to 2023. In 2010, he became the first liberal to be the PM of the Netherlands in 92 years. Before joining politics, Rutte was a human resources manager at Unilever. He also worked as a guest teacher at some schools in The Hague.

Mark Rutte, the Secretary General of NATO, warned India and several other countries that they could face severe consequences, including secondary sanctions, if they continue to trade with Russia. 

Mark Rutte, the Secretary General of NATO, warned India and several other countries that they could face severe consequences, including secondary sanctions, if they continue to trade with Russia. He made the remark after meeting US senators, a day after Donald Trump gave an ultimatum to Russia to either announce a peace deal with Ukraine within 50 days or face crippling sanctions. What did Mark Rutte say and why? Mark Rutte warned those living in Beijing or Delhi that they could be hit by sanctions if their governments continue trading with Moscow, which is facing pressure from the West over its protracted war against Ukraine. Mark Rutte asked the leaders of nations like India, China, and Brazil to speak with Vladimir Putin and convince him to accept a US-brokered peace deal. "So please make the phone call to Vladimir Putin and tell him that he has to get serious about peace talks, because otherwise this will slam back on Brazil, on India, and China in a massive way," Rutte was quoted as saying by Reuters. Rutte promised that European countries would find the money to support Ukraine's war efforts so that it is in a strong position during peace talks with Russia. He vowed that, along with the US, Europe would help Ukraine acquire air defence, missiles, and ammunition. Why did he attack India? India has been buying Russian oil, facing the ire of the United States and Europe. The West accuses India and other countries that have been buying Russian energy products of funding the war in Ukraine. They claim the money Russia generates from these deals provides Moscow with the financial resources needed to sustain the protracted war. New Delhi says it has been ensuring India's energy security by buying discounted oil from Moscow and that it is doing what's best for its people. Who is Mark Rutte? Mark Rutte became the 14th Secretary General of NATO on October 1, 2024. He is the former prime minister of the Netherlands, having served in the post for 14 years from October 2010 to July 2024. "He is a committed European and transatlanticist and was instrumental in bolstering his country’s role at the heart of NATO and the European Union," NATO's website reads. He was a member of the Dutch parliament from January to May 2003 and leader of the liberal Dutch People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) from 2006 to 2023. In 2010, he became the first liberal to be the PM of the Netherlands in 92 years. Before joining politics, Rutte was a human resources manager at Unilever. He also worked as a guest teacher at some schools in The Hague.

Mark Rutte warned those living in Beijing or Delhi that they could be hit by sanctions if their governments continue trading with Moscow.

Why did NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte threaten India?

US President Donald Trump on Monday confirmed that the United States and NATO allies have struck a major deal to supply Ukraine with large quantities of military equipment, but with Europe footing the bill. Speaking from the Oval Office after meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Trump said he was “very unhappy” with Russia’s actions in Ukraine and warned of 100% tariffs. The meeting was also attended by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-if-we-don-t-have-a-deal-in-50-days-trump-gives-ultimatum-to-putin-over-ukraine-war-during-meet-with-nato-secretary-general-mark-rutte-1752507193212">'If we don’t have a deal in 50 days': Trump gives ULTIMATUM to Putin over Ukraine war: Here's what US president said</a><h2>Europe to fund weapons as US agrees to manufacture military equipment</h2>Trump confirmed that a new agreement had been finalised with NATO partners to deliver weapons to Ukraine, but stressed that the US would not be paying for the aid. “We make the best equipment, the best missiles, the best of everything, the European nations know that… and we’ve made a deal today where we are going to be sending them weapons, and they’re going to be paying for them,” Trump said. “We the United States will not be having any payment made… but we will manufacture it, and they’re going to be paying for it,” he added.<h2>Rutte says Ukraine will receive ‘massive’ military support</h2>NATO chief Mark Rutte said the deal would provide Ukraine with a huge boost in military support, including air defence systems, missiles and ammunition. “This is really big. Trump called me on Thursday and said he wanted to give Ukraine what it needed to have, but asked Europeans to pay for it, which is totally logical,” Rutte said.He added that countries including Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the UK, the Netherlands and Canada had already agreed to participate, with more expected to join. Rutte said NATO would work to “make sure that we know what Ukrainians need” and that this was “only the first wave.”<h2>Trump confirms Patriot missile batteries will arrive ‘within days’</h2>Trump said Ukraine would be receiving “everything,” including full Patriot missile batteries, through an arrangement in which some NATO countries would send their current Patriot systems, and the US would then replace those stockpiles.“We’re going to have some come very soon, within days… a couple of the countries that have Patriots are going to swap over and will replace the Patriots with the ones they have,” Trump said. When asked if it would be just the missiles or full systems, Trump replied, “Everything. It’s everything.”<h2>Trump says peace deal with Putin has failed multiple times</h2>Trump, who had previously promised to end the war within 24 hours of taking office, admitted there had been multiple failed attempts at securing peace. “It’s a very deadly war. I thought we had a deal on Ukraine about four times… but it just keeps going on and on, and every night a lot of people are dying,” he said. Rutte also criticised Russia, saying its attacks were aimed not at military targets, but to “create panic” in Ukrainian towns.

Trump confirmed that a new agreement had been finalised with NATO partners to deliver weapons to Ukraine, but stressed that the US would not be paying for the aid.

US President Donald Trump on Monday confirmed that the United States and NATO allies have struck a major deal to supply Ukraine with large quantities of military equipment, but with Europe footing the bill. Speaking from the Oval Office after meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Trump said he was “very unhappy” with Russia’s actions in Ukraine and warned of 100% tariffs. The meeting was also attended by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Also read: 'If we don’t have a deal in 50 days': Trump gives ULTIMATUM to Putin over Ukraine war: Here's what US president said Europe to fund weapons as US agrees to manufacture military equipment Trump confirmed that a new agreement had been finalised with NATO partners to deliver weapons to Ukraine, but stressed that the US would not be paying for the aid. “We make the best equipment, the best missiles, the best of everything, the European nations know that… and we’ve made a deal today where we are going to be sending them weapons, and they’re going to be paying for them,” Trump said. “We the United States will not be having any payment made… but we will manufacture it, and they’re going to be paying for it,” he added. Rutte says Ukraine will receive ‘massive’ military support NATO chief Mark Rutte said the deal would provide Ukraine with a huge boost in military support, including air defence systems, missiles and ammunition. “This is really big. Trump called me on Thursday and said he wanted to give Ukraine what it needed to have, but asked Europeans to pay for it, which is totally logical,” Rutte said. He added that countries including Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the UK, the Netherlands and Canada had already agreed to participate, with more expected to join. Rutte said NATO would work to “make sure that we know what Ukrainians need” and that this was “only the first wave.” Trump confirms Patriot missile batteries will arrive ‘within days’ Trump said Ukraine would be receiving “everything,” including full Patriot missile batteries, through an arrangement in which some NATO countries would send their current Patriot systems, and the US would then replace those stockpiles. “We’re going to have some come very soon, within days… a couple of the countries that have Patriots are going to swap over and will replace the Patriots with the ones they have,” Trump said. When asked if it would be just the missiles or full systems, Trump replied, “Everything. It’s everything.” Trump says peace deal with Putin has failed multiple times Trump, who had previously promised to end the war within 24 hours of taking office, admitted there had been multiple failed attempts at securing peace. “It’s a very deadly war. I thought we had a deal on Ukraine about four times… but it just keeps going on and on, and every night a lot of people are dying,” he said. Rutte also criticised Russia, saying its attacks were aimed not at military targets, but to “create panic” in Ukrainian towns.

Trump confirmed that a new agreement had been finalised with NATO partners to deliver weapons to Ukraine, but stressed that the US would not be paying for the aid.

'Best missiles, best of everything': Trump announces deal for 'greatest military equipment' for Ukraine, with Europe footing the bill

US President Donald Trump met NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House on Monday, 14 July, and used the occasion to issue a strong warning to Russia. Speaking alongside Rutte in the Oval Office, Trump said the US would impose “very severe” tariffs on Russia unless a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine is reached within 50 days.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-are-germany-s-taurus-missiles-here-s-why-ukraine-keeps-asking-for-them-1752489150206">'Game-changer on battlefield': What are Germany’s Taurus missiles? Here's why Ukraine keeps asking for them</a><h2>Trump calls it Biden’s war, not his</h2>At the press conference, Trump distanced himself from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. “It wasn’t my war. It was Biden’s war. It’s not my war. I’m trying to get you out of it,” he said. He added, “We’re gonna be doing very severe tariffs if we don’t have a deal in 50 days. Tariffs that are about 100%, we call them secondary tariffs.”Trump said he was “disappointed in President Putin” for not agreeing to a deal earlier, claiming, “I thought we would have had a deal two months ago, but it doesn’t seem to get there.”Trump added that US tariffs would be “biting” and hit the Russian economy. He said, “I hope we don’t get to the point where we do, but I’ve been hearing so much talk. It’s all talk. It’s all talk, and then missiles go into Kyiv and kill 60 people. It’s got to stop. That’s got to stop.”<h2>Trump's growing frustration with Putin</h2>This isn’t the first time Trump has publicly criticised the Russian president. While Trump had earlier promised to end the war within 24 hours of taking office, more than four months into his presidency, there has been no breakthrough.Last week, Trump said, “We get a lot of b**t thrown at us by Putin. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.”<h2>Failed talks and Russian rejection</h2>The Trump administration has held talks with both Ukraine and Russia in recent months and even brought them together for a round of discussions in Istanbul in May. While Ukraine has agreed to a proposed 30-day ceasefire, Russia rejected the offer, accusing Kyiv of planning to regroup and rearm during the break. Asked about whether he planned to retaliate, Trump said, “I wouldn’t be telling you. Don’t we want to have a little surprise?”<h2>Tariff bill targets Russian exports</h2>Senator Lindsey Graham has introduced a bill that would allow the US to impose tariffs on countries that continue buying Russian oil, gas, or uranium. Russia remains a major energy exporter, with countries like China, India and Türkiye still purchasing its fossil fuels. Even some European nations continue buying Russian&nbsp;uranium.

At the press conference, Trump distanced himself from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. “It wasn’t my war. It was Biden’s war. It’s not my war. I’m trying to get you out of it,” he said. 

US President Donald Trump met NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House on Monday, 14 July, and used the occasion to issue a strong warning to Russia. Speaking alongside Rutte in the Oval Office, Trump said the US would impose “very severe” tariffs on Russia unless a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine is reached within 50 days. Also read: 'Game-changer on battlefield': What are Germany’s Taurus missiles? Here's why Ukraine keeps asking for them Trump calls it Biden’s war, not his At the press conference, Trump distanced himself from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. “It wasn’t my war. It was Biden’s war. It’s not my war. I’m trying to get you out of it,” he said. He added, “We’re gonna be doing very severe tariffs if we don’t have a deal in 50 days. Tariffs that are about 100%, we call them secondary tariffs.” Trump said he was “disappointed in President Putin” for not agreeing to a deal earlier, claiming, “I thought we would have had a deal two months ago, but it doesn’t seem to get there.” Trump added that US tariffs would be “biting” and hit the Russian economy. He said, “I hope we don’t get to the point where we do, but I’ve been hearing so much talk. It’s all talk. It’s all talk, and then missiles go into Kyiv and kill 60 people. It’s got to stop. That’s got to stop.” Trump's growing frustration with Putin This isn’t the first time Trump has publicly criticised the Russian president. While Trump had earlier promised to end the war within 24 hours of taking office, more than four months into his presidency, there has been no breakthrough. Last week, Trump said, “We get a lot of b**t thrown at us by Putin. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” Failed talks and Russian rejection The Trump administration has held talks with both Ukraine and Russia in recent months and even brought them together for a round of discussions in Istanbul in May. While Ukraine has agreed to a proposed 30-day ceasefire, Russia rejected the offer, accusing Kyiv of planning to regroup and rearm during the break. Asked about whether he planned to retaliate, Trump said, “I wouldn’t be telling you. Don’t we want to have a little surprise?” Tariff bill targets Russian exports Senator Lindsey Graham has introduced a bill that would allow the US to impose tariffs on countries that continue buying Russian oil, gas, or uranium. Russia remains a major energy exporter, with countries like China, India and Türkiye still purchasing its fossil fuels. Even some European nations continue buying Russian uranium.

At the press conference, Trump distanced himself from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. “It wasn’t my war. It was Biden’s war. It’s not my war. I’m trying to get you out of it,” he said.&nbsp;

'If we don’t have a deal in 50 days': Trump gives ULTIMATUM to Putin over Ukraine war: Here's what US president said

US President Donald Trump was all smiles on Wednesday after NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte jokingly referred to him as “Daddy” while praising his role in brokering peace between Israel and Iran. Speaking at a press event on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump was asked about the unusual nickname. “He likes me, I think he likes me,” Trump replied. “He did it very affectionately. ‘Daddy, you’re my daddy.’”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-iran-nuclear-talks-back-on-table-trump-says-washington-tehran-may-sign-an-agreement-next-week-1750863430026">US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week</a><h2>Rutte praises Trump’s tough talk</h2>Rutte’s “Daddy” comment came while discussing Trump’s blunt comments on the Israel-Iran conflict. Earlier this week, Trump had likened the two nations to “kids in a schoolyard.” “They’ve had a big fight, like two kids in a schoolyard,” Trump said on Tuesday. “You know, they fight like hell. You can’t stop them. Let them fight for about two or three minutes. Then it’s easier to stop them.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-the-us-strike-iran-again-trump-says-it-depends-on-this-one-thing-1750854363174">Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one&nbsp;thing</a>Reacting to that, Rutte said, “Daddy has to sometimes use strong language to get it stopped,” about Trump’s no-nonsense approach.<h2>Ceasefire hailed as a major win</h2>During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme. According to Trump, the Iranian nuclear infrastructure had been “obliterated” and “set back decades.”“What he did was something no one else dared to go. It makes us all safer,” Rutte said. “Donald, you have driven us to a really, really important moment for America and Europe, and the world,” he added.He also hinted at greater European financial support for NATO efforts led by the US. “Europe is going to pay in a BIG way, as they should, and it will be your win,” he added.

During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme. 

US President Donald Trump was all smiles on Wednesday after NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte jokingly referred to him as “Daddy” while praising his role in brokering peace between Israel and Iran. Speaking at a press event on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump was asked about the unusual nickname. “He likes me, I think he likes me,” Trump replied. “He did it very affectionately. ‘Daddy, you’re my daddy.’” Also read: US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week Rutte praises Trump’s tough talk Rutte’s “Daddy” comment came while discussing Trump’s blunt comments on the Israel-Iran conflict. Earlier this week, Trump had likened the two nations to “kids in a schoolyard.” “They’ve had a big fight, like two kids in a schoolyard,” Trump said on Tuesday. “You know, they fight like hell. You can’t stop them. Let them fight for about two or three minutes. Then it’s easier to stop them.” Also read: Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one thing Reacting to that, Rutte said, “Daddy has to sometimes use strong language to get it stopped,” about Trump’s no-nonsense approach. Ceasefire hailed as a major win During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme. According to Trump, the Iranian nuclear infrastructure had been “obliterated” and “set back decades.” “What he did was something no one else dared to go. It makes us all safer,” Rutte said. “Donald, you have driven us to a really, really important moment for America and Europe, and the world,” he added. He also hinted at greater European financial support for NATO efforts led by the US. “Europe is going to pay in a BIG way, as they should, and it will be your win,” he added.

During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme.&nbsp;

‘Daddy, you’re my daddy’: Trump is happy with NATO chief Rutte's new nickname for him

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‘Daddy, you’re my daddy’: Trump is happy with NATO chief's new nickname for him