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Last Update2025-08-23
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Event Overview
Demonstrates the strategic use of economic threats and diplomatic pressure as tools in international negotiations. Highlights the intersection of foreign policy and economic leverage, where potential sanctions and tariffs serve as conditional instruments intended to influence state behavior and spur dialogue between conflicting parties. Illustrates the complexities and risks inherent in leveraging economic consequences to prompt engagement between geopolitical rivals.
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Trump Threatens Major Sanctions or Tariffs on Russia Over Ukraine Talks
On the 22nd, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that if the leaders of Russia and Ukraine do not hold direct talks within two weeks, he will make a "very important decision," which could involve "large-scale sanctions or tariffs." Trump made these comments during an interview with the media at the White House, saying the U.S. will watch to see if the Russian and Ukrainian leaders meet directly. Trump said, "because I told them to meet, but after two weeks I will know what to do." According to Trump, if the leaders do not meet, he may impose "large-scale sanctions or large-scale tariffs, or both." Trump also noted that the U.S. could possibly "leave it be," stating, "it's your war." (Xinhua News Agency)