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Trump’s callout of Russia’s Vladimir Putin is raising eyebrows. Reported by Franco Ordoñez | NPR  President Trump is threatening sanctions and tariffs on Russia if Putin doesn’t reach an agreement to end the war in Ukraine. Some are surprised, considering Trump’s affinity for the Russian leader. Click HERE to listen and read.