Trump expresses frustration with Putin, announces new Ukraine support

Geopolitical & Economic Strategy - The President threatened new tariffs on Russia if a deal with Ukraine isn't reached within 50 days [1] - Potential secondary tariffs of up to 100% could be imposed on Russia [5] - The US is funneling defensive weapons, including Patriot air defense missiles, to Ukraine through NATO allies [2][5] - The President expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin regarding the war between Ukraine and Russia [6] Military & Defense - One country may send as many as 17 Patriot missile batteries to Ukraine [9] - A single Patriot missile battery costs upwards of $1 billion, and interceptors can cost over $1 million, potentially reaching $6 million depending on the variant [10] - The United States may sell newer systems to NATO countries, who would then provide their older systems to Ukraine [14] - The US has a military command in Visoden, Germany, called SAGU (Security Assistance Group Ukraine), to distribute security assistance to Ukraine [13] Trade & Tariffs - The President is aiming to finalize trade deals before August 1st [15] - The President sent letters to multiple countries, arguing that these letters constitute trade deals [16] - The President previously threatened new tariffs on the European Union and Mexico (30%), and Brazil (up to 50%) [17]