US President Donald Trump is ready to introduce additional sanctions against Russia if his talks with Vladimir Putin end in vain. This was stated by White House press secretary Caroline Levitt during a briefing. informs Sky News.
Journalists asked whether Trump is considering the possibility of introducing sanctions against Russia in the event of an unsuccessful conversation with Putin.
«That’s what the president has talked about, and he’s certainly willing to do it (impose sanctions) if necessary. I have nothing to report, and I will never preempt the president in such a major decision.» she answered.
In addition, Levitt was asked about the ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
«We’re on the 10-yard line to peace, and we’ve never been closer to a peace deal than we are now. President Trump is determined to make it happen.» — said the press secretary.
It will be recalled that Donald Trump previously announced that he plans to have a telephone conversation with Vladimir Putin on March 18. According to him, the discussion, in particular, will concern «the division of certain assets», it will be about «territories and power plants».
