**Kremlin Unfazed by Trump’s Threats**
The Kremlin is not worried about US President Donald Trump’s threats to impose sanctions on Russia if a deal on the war in Ukraine is not reached. Dmitry Peskov, a spokesperson for the Kremlin, said this on January 23.
Trump had threatened to put high taxes, tariffs, and sanctions on Russian goods sold to the US and other countries if a deal was not made soon. But Peskov said that Trump has always relied heavily on sanctions as a tool of diplomacy. He noted that Trump’s first term in office saw him use sanctions more than any other president.
**Russia Ready for Dialogue**
Peskov also said that Russia is ready to have an “equal and respectful” dialogue with the US, similar to what happened during Trump’s first term. However, no plans are currently underway for a meeting between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
During his election campaign, Trump promised to end the war in Ukraine quickly. But now, his team hopes to work on a settlement plan that can be implemented within a few months of taking office. A meeting with Putin is part of this plan.
**Concerns About US-Russia Deal**
Some people are concerned that the new US leadership might cut a deal that favors Russia over Ukraine. Trump has often expressed sympathy for Putin and criticized the outgoing Biden administration’s support for Kyiv.
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