Trump Warns Failed Former Russian President Medvedev Over Ukraine Ceasefire Deadline

President Trump has issued a stern warning to Dmitry Medvedev, Russia’s former president and current Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, cautioning him to "watch his words" as Medvedev's recent statements threaten escalation towards war amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Trump accelerated a previously set 50-day deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire, shortening it to 10-12 days, and warned of economic sanctions if Russia fails to comply. Medvedev criticized Trump's ultimatum approach, asserting that such threats could trigger a direct military conflict between the US and Russia, and accused the US of engaging in a dangerous "ultimatum game." In response, Trump dismissed concerns over India’s economic ties with Russia, announcing a 25% tariff on Indian goods and expressing indifference to the economic consequences for both nations, emphasizing minimal US trade with India and Russia. The feud underscores heightened tensions as Trump pushes for a swift resolution to the Ukraine war while facing sharp rebukes from Russian officials allied with President Putin. Both sides appear entrenched, with Trump framing Medvedev as a destabilizing figure and Medvedev warning of the risks of escalating confrontation.