Trump and Rutte Unveil Massive NATO Arms Deal for Ukraine with Putin Deadline

In a bold move to bolster Ukraine's defense, President Donald Trump has confirmed a massive arms deal with NATO allies, announced alongside NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte from the Oval Office. This 'really big' agreement, as Rutte described it, involves billions of dollars in U.S. arms being swiftly distributed to Ukraine, with key European players like Germany, Finland, and Denmark stepping up to join the effort.

Trump's announcement comes with a stark ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin: secure a peace deal within 50 days or face crippling 100% tariffs. The urgency of this deadline underscores the frustration both leaders expressed over stalled negotiations with Moscow. Trump didn’t hold back, recounting how promising talks with Putin often end with missiles raining down on Ukrainian cities like Kyiv. 'The talk doesn’t mean anything,' he remarked, highlighting the cycle of broken promises.

Rutte emphasized the unity of NATO, building on last month’s summit success where defense spending commitments soared to 5% of GDP across the alliance. This arms package, he noted, is just the 'first wave,' with more support expected as allies like Sweden, Norway, Canada, and the Netherlands rally together. The collaboration ensures Ukraine gets exactly what it needs while maintaining U.S. stockpiles, a balance already discussed with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.

Trump also pushed back against critics within his own party who question continued U.S. involvement, asserting that a strong Europe is in everyone’s best interest. This deal signals not just a lifeline for Ukraine but a defiant stand against Russian aggression, with the clock ticking for Putin to act.