Zelensky rails at US extension of Russia oil waiver
TL;DR
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the US decision to extend a waiver allowing Russia to sell oil despite Western sanctions until May 16, arguing that every dollar from such sales funds Moscow’s war. Washington says the measure eases an energy crunch linked to the broader Iran-related conflict and the US-Israel war, while Zelensky cited Russia’s shadow fleet and potential revenue around $10 billion that could fuel further strikes as Ukraine endures ongoing drone and missile attacks.
- Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver BBC
- US extends waiver on Russian oil sanctions to ease Iran war shortages despite Bessent denial Politico
- Trump Extends Sanctions Exemption on Some Russian Oil as High Gas Prices Persist The New York Times
- No More Waivers: Ukrainian Sanctions Czar Vlasiuk Praises US Decision To End Relief For Russian Oil Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
- US renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks Reuters
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