Donald Trump threatens Russia with tariffs if Ukraine war is not resolved in 50 days

Mr Trump made the announcement during a meeting with Nato secretary general Mark Rutte

US president Donald Trump met Nato secretary general Mark Rutte in the Oval Office on Monday. Picture: Evan Vucci/AP

Donald Trump said he would punish Russia with tariffs if there is not a deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days.

The US president made the announcement during an Oval Office meeting with Nato secretary general Mark Rutte.