President Donald Trump appeared to turn up the heat against Russia to step up and seek a deal that would end the conflict with Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump has stated that he is considering imposing large-scale banking sanctions and tariffs against Russia until a ceasefire is achieved. Source: Trump on Truth Social Quote: "Based on the fact that Russia is absolutely ‘pounding’ Ukraine on the battlefield right now,

The post came as Trump faced criticism for increasing pressure on Ukraine to reach a deal while downplaying or even denying Russia's responsibility for starting the war with its invasion three years ago. "To Russia and Ukraine, get to the table right now, before it is too late," Trump added.