Trump’s not playing games. In April 2025, he publicly called out Putin’s missile attacks on Kyiv, telling him straight up: “Stop. 5,000 soldiers a week are dying. Get the peace deal DONE.” No fluff.<br /><br />Then in May, Trump got Putin on the phone for two hours. Everyone expected him to drop the hammer — but instead, no real pressure, no ceasefire demand. Analysts said the talk was basically worthless.<br /><br />Fast forward to June — the U.S. Senate steps up. They back Trump with hardcore sanctions: 500% tariffs on any country buying Russian energy. That’s a direct shot at China and India. The message? Play ball or pay big.<br /><br />By mid-July, Trump gets serious. He announces major weapons boosts to Europe so Ukraine can hit harder. Patriot missiles included. He also gives Putin a deadline: make peace by September or face economic destruction.<br /><br />Then on July 28, Trump tightens the screws even more — Russia’s got 10–12 days to back off. Zelensky’s all in. <br />Russia? They “take note” but keep pushing. The clock’s ticking. Trump’s not bluffing — he’s making moves.
