Donald Trump is reigniting his narrative that trade tariffs were a powerful tool for global peace during his presidency. In a recent online statement, the former president declared that the U.S. was benefiting financially, collecting “TRILLIONS of Dollars in Tariffs and Investment Dollars” from international trade.
Trump went further, asserting his direct impact on global affairs: “I have stopped 5 of the eight WARS directly because of the threat of Tariffs if they don’t stop fighting or, better yet, if they start.” This aggressive approach suggests that economic sanctions were a primary deterrent against conflict.
This narrative follows Trump’s prior claims of intervening in the India-Pakistan conflict using tariff threats, a claim not officially confirmed by India. His approach positioned financial pressure as a key diplomatic lever.
Adding another layer to his foreign policy pronouncements, Trump has reportedly established a November 27 deadline for Ukraine to address a comprehensive peace plan for the ongoing conflict with Russia. This move follows remarks from President Zelenskyy about challenging decisions ahead. Trump suggested flexibility on the deadline, contingent on constructive negotiation outcomes, deeming the date a significant point for potential advancement.