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Russia's Medvedev says Trump's 'ultimatum' could lead to war

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Posted on July 28, 2025

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(Reuters) -Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said in a post on X on Monday that U.S. President Donald Trump was playing "the ultimatum game" with Russia, and that such an approach could lead to

Russia's Medvedev says Trump's 'ultimatum' could lead to war

Implications of Trump's Ultimatum

(Reuters) -Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said in a post on X on Monday that U.S. President Donald Trump was playing "the ultimatum game" with Russia, and that such an approach could lead to a war involving the United States.

Medvedev's Perspective

Medvedev wrote: "Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war. Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with (Trump's) own country."

Trump's Stance on Ukraine

Trump said on Monday that he was disappointed in Russian President Vladimir Putin's failure to end the war in Ukraine, and that he was reducing a deadline to agree a peace settlement from 50 days to 10 or 12.

(Writing by Felix Light; Editing by Jan Harvey)

Key Takeaways

  • Medvedev warns Trump's ultimatum could lead to war.
  • Trump criticizes Putin's handling of Ukraine conflict.
  • Trump reduces peace settlement deadline to 10-12 days.
  • Medvedev sees ultimatum as a threat to US-Russia relations.
  • Potential escalation of US involvement in Ukraine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ultimatum?
An ultimatum is a final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which may lead to a breakdown in relations or conflict.
What is economic growth?
Economic growth refers to an increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a specific period.
What is foreign currency?
Foreign currency is money that is issued by a country other than one's own, typically used in international trade and finance.
What is a financial crisis?
A financial crisis is a situation where financial institutions or assets suddenly lose a large part of their value, often leading to economic instability.

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