**US President Trump Threatens Russia with Tariffs, Ukraine Faces Large-Scale Attacks**
In a move that could have significant implications for the global economy, US President Donald Trump announced on July 29 that tariffs will be imposed on Russia within the next 10 days if the Kremlin does not agree to stop its war in Ukraine. The ultimatum comes as tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to escalate.
**Tariffs on Russian Goods**
The tariffs mentioned by Trump are expected to be secondary sanctions on countries that buy Russian oil, gas, and other products, including major buyers like China and India. This move is aimed at putting pressure on the Kremlin to cease its military operations in Ukraine.
In a statement released by the White House, Trump warned Russia’s President Vladimir Putin that “ten days from today… we’re gonna put tariffs and various things.” The US President also expressed frustration with the Russian leader, stating that he had thought they had reached an agreement on peace talks, but instead, Putin continued to launch rockets into Ukrainian cities, killing civilians.
**Ukraine Faces Large-Scale Attacks**
Meanwhile, Ukraine faced a large-scale attack by Russian forces in Rostov Oblast, where drones struck train stations and rail infrastructure. The attack resulted in damage to overhead power lines, forcing the suspension of train traffic through Salsk station. Local residents reported seeing large flames emanating from the railway station.
Ukraine’s military has been targeting Russia’s logistical hubs due to their proximity to front-line operations. The attacks come as Ukraine seeks to alleviate manpower shortages amid continued Russian offensives in Donetsk Oblast.
**Ukrainian Lawmakers Seek to Expand Military Recruitment**
To address the ongoing shortage of personnel, Ukrainian lawmakers have signed a law allowing citizens over 60 to join the military during martial law. Under this new legislation, older civilians can volunteer for military service to support Ukraine’s efforts against Russian aggression.
**Russia Targets Ukrainian Prison**
Tragically, Russia launched an air strike on a prison in southern Zaporizhzhia Oblast, killing 16 inmates and injuring nearly a hundred more. The attack was condemned by human rights organizations as a “gross violation of international humanitarian law” and “yet another proof of Russia’s war crimes.”
**First Deployment of FPV Drones**
In an innovative move, Ukraine has successfully deployed first-person-view (FPV) drones to target Russian forces on the Petro Hodovalets gas production platform in the Black Sea. The Raven Group, a Ukrainian military unit, launched the drones from boats in open waters.
The deployment of FPV drones marks a significant milestone in Ukraine’s use of advanced technologies to counter Russian aggression.
