Zelensky: More oil money funds Russian attacks.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says easing sanctions on Russian oil will help Russia fight. The U.S. has extended sanctions waivers. This causes worry about the war in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that allowing Russia to sell oil without sanctions will give Russia more money to attack. The U.S. Treasury Department has paused some sanctions until May 16th. This pause is meant to solve a problem with energy supplies because of the conflict between the U.S. and Iran. Zelenskyy argues this makes it seem like Russia can keep fighting. The situation is concerning for the war in Ukraine.
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Highlights
Zelenskyy's Warning About Oil Funds
Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes easing oil sanctions will give Russia money for more attacks.
US Sanctions Waiver Criticized
Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the United States for extending sanctions waivers.
Oil Money Fuels the War
Every dollar spent on Russian oil funds the ongoing war.
Sanctions Linked to Energy Crisis
The US sanctions waiver addresses an energy supply shortage.
Conflict's Economic Impact
Oil purchases are linked to the continuation of the conflict.
Perspectives
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes easing sanctions on Russian oil will help Russia attack.
- The U.S. Treasury Department has extended sanctions suspensions.
- Every dollar paid for Russian oil contributes to funding the war.
- The extension of sanctions waivers is linked to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes sanctions waivers fuel Russia's ability to attack.
Le Monde, BBC Europe, New
The U.S. Treasury Department says the waivers address an energy supply shortage.
BBC Europe, New