A longtime Illinois Senator is pleased that President Trump has imposed a 50-day deadline for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.

It's a change of the tide for President Trump, who has threatened severe sanctions on Moscow unless a ceasefire is in place. For Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, the move by the Republican President is welcome news.

Last week, the Trump administration reversed course after pausing some shipments and announced a defensive weapons shipment to Ukraine. That shipment will contain mostly patriot air defense missiles designed to stop incoming attacks.

If Russia and Ukraine fail to sign a ceasefire in 50 days, the Trump Administration is prepared to impose 100% tariffs on countries that do business with Russia.