US prepared new sanctions against Russia – Reuters

According to Reuters, US officials have completed the development of new economic sanctions against Russia.

Source: Reuters With reference to US officials and a source familiar with this issue.

Details: The publication notes that the goals are the State Russian Energy Giant Gazprom, as well as large companies operating in the field of natural resources and the banking sector, said a representative of the administration, who, like other sources, wished to remain anonymous to discuss the issue.

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The official did not provide any other details.

However, the publication notes, it is not clear whether this package will be approved by Trump, « whose sympathy for Moscow’s statements and actions was replaced by disappointment because of ignoring Russian ruler Vladimir Putin his calls for ceasefire and peace talks. »

The US National Security Council « tries to coordinate a certain set of more punitive actions against Russia, » – said a source familiar with this issue. « It must be signed by Trump. »

« This is completely his decision, » the second American official confirmed.

« From the very beginning, the President clearly stated his commitment to reach a full and comprehensive ceasefire, » said a spokesman for national security Council James Hueitt. « We do not comment on the details of current negotiations. »

The US Department of Finance, which implements the majority of US sanctions, did not respond to a comment request.

Literally Reuters: « Trump’s approval of new sanctions that follows on Wednesday signing American-Ukrainian Agreement The extraction of minerals, which he actively promoted as part of his peaceful efforts, can mean increasing his position on the Kremlin. « 

Recall:

• In recent weeks, the Trump administration has tried to force the « peaceful process » between Ukraine and Russia and, according to the media, prepared a « final proposal » for peaceful settlement.
• Among other things, the United States ready to recognize the control of over Ukrainian Crimea and weaken sanctions against Moscow.
• Subsequently, Reuters got acquainted with by the text of the proposals regarding the end of Russia’s war against Ukraine, which were handed over to the US side by Ukrainian and European officials in the negotiations in London.

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