Statement comes ahead of high-stakes Alaska summ — Former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin, cautioning that Russia will face “severe consequences” if it does not end the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The warning comes just days before a crucial summit in Alaska, where Trump and Putin are expected to hold direct talks for the first time since the escalation of the conflict.
Trump emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire and a roadmap to peace, stating that prolonged hostilities would only lead to “greater instability and harsher measures.” While he did not elaborate on what those measures might entail, sources suggest economic and political repercussions are on the table.
The Alaska summit is being closely watched by the international community as a potential turning point in efforts to resolve the war, which has entered its third year with no signs of abating.
Global markets and diplomatic circles are bracing for the outcome, as both leaders are expected to outline their positions on security, sanctions, and peace negotiations.