President Trump Authorizes Sanctions Against Turkey

Vice President Mike Pence announced sanctions on Turkey, demanding a ceasefire and negotiations. President Trump issued an executive order imposing sanctions on Turkish officials and increased tariffs on Turkish steel. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced additional sanctions on Turkish ministers and ministries. The US decision to withdraw troops from Syria led to Turkey's offensive against Kurdish fighters, prompting backlash. Trump urged Turkey to cease its invasion and negotiate with Kurdish forces.

What condition did Vice President Mike Pence state for the continuation of sanctions against Turkey?

• Turkey must withdraw from NATO.

• Turkey must increase tariffs on U.S. goods.

• Turkey must agree to a ceasefire and negotiations.

• Turkey must increase its steel exports.

What action did President Trump announce regarding Turkish steel?

• Eliminating tariffs completely

• Maintaining current tariff levels

• Increasing tariffs to 50%

• Reducing tariffs to 10%

Which Turkish ministries were targeted by the U.S. sanctions?

• Ministries of Defense and Energy

• Ministries of Tourism and Culture

• Ministries of Health and Education

• Ministries of Finance and Agriculture

What was the immediate consequence of the U.S. troop withdrawal from northern Syria?

• Increased U.S. military presence

• Turkey launched an offensive against Kurdish fighters

• Peace talks between Turkey and Syria

• U.S. sanctions on Syria

What did President Trump urge Turkey to do in response to their actions in northern Syria?

• Increase military operations

• Implement an immediate ceasefire and negotiate

• Withdraw from the United Nations

• Expand their territory