Trump halts Russia sanctions as Zelensky criticizes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday of rewarding Russia after his decision to suspend new sanctions on Moscow. Zelensky considered that this decision threatens the electricity and heating supplies for millions of Ukrainians ahead of winter. He pointed out that Russia targeted 15 critical energy generation facilities in Ukraine as a result, believing that easing pressure on Russia encourages it to continue attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid. Trump’s decision to suspend sanctions was described as damaging to American interests, as it allows the Kremlin to continue targeting energy facilities. The U.S. sanctions law against Russia aims to pressure Moscow over the Ukraine war and includes duties of up to 100% on imports from the countries most purchasing Russian oil and gas. It also targets top Russian officials and financial institutions, as well as oil fleets used to evade sanctions. Trump has postponed many of these measures, citing special powers granted to him by specific legal provisions. Russia unofficially welcomed Trump’s policy, considering it an important and historic step. Tensions between Washington and Kyiv are increasing, especially after Trump’s agreement with Moscow to import Russian diesel, which drew criticism in Kyiv. Meanwhile, European support for Ukraine continues despite the deteriorating relations between Trump and Zelensky, stemming from disagreements over war management and energy cooperation.
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