Afghanistan, Sept. 13 -- U.S. President Donald Trump announced Washington's readiness to impose new energy sanctions on Russia, aiming to increase pressure and weaken Moscow amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that Washington is prepared to impose fresh energy sanctions on Russia. The move is aimed at tightening pressure amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
According to Reuters, the sanctions would be implemented after NATO member states halt their purchases of Russian oil. The announcement came on Saturday, September 13, following weeks of internal discussions within the alliance.
In recent weeks, Washington has stepped up pressure on NATO partners to strengthen energy restrictions against Moscow...