Trump Doubled Tariffs on India to End Ukraine War

Trump Doubles Tariffs on India to End Ukraine War

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US President Donald Trump has doubled tariffs on India to 50%, adding a 25% with an aim to pressure Russia amid the Ukraine conflict

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On Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said “Sanctions on India are meant to put secondary pressure on Russia”

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On Monday, Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for a discussion regarding a trilateral meeting between US, Russia and Ukraine

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Zelensky called it the “best conversation” with the US President so far

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According to US media, trump had earlier shared plans to organise this trilateral meeting by as soon as 22nd August

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Leavitt said that, “The President wants to bring this war to an end as quickly as possible”

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European leaders and NATO Secretary General joined White House talks. They praised Trump’s efforts as a “great first step”

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"The President himself was discussing with European leaders and NATO how to ensure lasting peace," Leavitt said when asked about peace that extends beyond Trumps' presidency

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