US President Donald Trump announced the possibility of imposing additional sanctions against Russia provided that NATO countries increase pressure on China. His goal is to end the war in Ukraine, but so far no specific steps have been taken in this direction.
Change in Trump's position
Despite the promise to end the conflict in Ukraine, Trump has begun to doubt his ability to influence Russian President Vladimir Putin. Thus, the US administration transferred the responsibility for pressure on Russia to Europe, urging the European Union to impose additional sanctions.
'As you know, the NATO commitment to prevail was much less than 100%, and the purchase of Russian oil by some countries is shocking! It significantly weakens your negotiating position and influence over Russia,'
International pressure on Russia
Finance ministers of the G7 countries decided to increase economic pressure on Russia. They called for sanctions and tariffs on Russian oil, while Trump demands high tariffs on Chinese goods to impose new sanctions against Russia.
In light of hints at possible new sanctions against Russia, it is worth closely monitoring further diplomatic moves and the reaction of the Russian Federation and partner countries to these events.