Trump warns of imposing sanctions, tariffs on Russia, days after Oval Office spat with Zelensky

United States President Donald Trump on Friday said he is "strongly considering" sanctions and tariffs on Russia in hopes of forcing a settlement to the war in Ukraine. Trump’s statement comes days after his spat with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The argument in the Oval Office was broadcast globally.

It led to the rest of Zelenskyy's White House visit being canceled and called into question how much the United States will still support Ukraine in its defense against



Russia's 2022 invasion.

Trump on Friday said in a post on Truth Social that they could remain in place “until a ceasefire and final settlement agreement on peace is reached”. The post came as Trump faces criticism for increasing pressure on Ukraine to reach a deal while downplaying or even denying Russia's responsibility for starting the war with its invasion three years ago.

"To Russia and Ukraine, get to the table right now, before it is too late," Trump added.