Trump warns Russia of ‘very severe consequences’ if Putin blocks Ukraine deal

US President Donald Trump has warned Russia of "very severe" consequences in case it doesn't stop the ongoing war with Russia post-Alaska meet. Speaking to media at the Kennedy Centre on Wednesday, i.e., August 13, Trump said that Russia will face action if it doesn't stop the war after his meeting with President Putin in Alaska.

The reporter asked - “Will Russia face any consequences if Vladimir Putin does not agree to stop the war after your meeting on Friday?” "Yes, they will", Trump replied, adding that these consequences would range from tariffs to sanctions."I don't have to say. There will be severe consequences".

During the interaction, POTUS further added that if the first meeting goes well, he will pitch for a second one involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The remarks come ahead of Trump's much-anticipated meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska.