Trump Warns of New Sanctions on Russia Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict
On Friday, August 21, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington may impose new sanctions on Moscow within the next two weeks due to Russia’s recent attacks and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump emphasized that the coming weeks will be critical in determining whether his diplomatic efforts to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine yield tangible progress.
His remarks come as tensions escalate following Russia’s intensified assaults on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, which Kyiv reports involved 67 missiles and approximately 200 drones.
Trump sharply criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating, “I don’t know what’s gotten into him, but these attacks must stop.” He indicated that if peace negotiations fail to advance, the U.S. could introduce new banking sanctions and trade tariffs targeting Russia.
This warning follows Trump’s recent decision to halt military aid and intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, a move that sparked criticism for placing unilateral pressure on Kyiv.
Some analysts suggest that Trump’s threat of sanctions may be a strategic maneuver to balance his push for peace talks, as he has claimed to have engaged in direct discussions with Putin, urging him to pursue a ceasefire.
However, Moscow’s lack of a clear response has visibly frustrated the U.S. president.The Kremlin, meanwhile, asserts that Russia has developed “immunity” to Western sanctions, sustaining its economy through trade with nations like China and India despite extensive restrictions.
As Trump’s deadline approaches, questions arise about whether these new threats will compel Putin to negotiate or further escalate the conflict
