Trump is ready to impose sanctions against Russia if the conversation with Putin is not successful, White House says.
Trump is ready to take pressure measures against Russia
US President Donald Trump stated that he is ready to take pressure measures against Russia if the conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin does not meet expectations regarding the situation in Ukraine. This was reported by White House press secretary Caroline Levitt.
The President is ready to impose sanctions against Russia
She noted that the President is ready to impose sanctions against Russia. 'The President has talked about this, and he is ready to do it if necessary,' Levitt explained.
Peace in Ukraine is approaching
The White House representative also stated that the US is extremely close to achieving peace in Ukraine. 'Right now we are ten yards from the goal. This goal has never been this close,' Levitt added.
Discussion about the fate of the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant
In addition, Caroline Levitt reported that during the upcoming conversation between Trump and Putin the fate of the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant will be discussed. The conversation is scheduled for March 18.
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