Zelenskyy urges support for new U.S. sanctions on Russia put on hold by Trump
Also reported by ABC News
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked people to support new U.S. sanctions on Russia after President Donald Trump paused these sanctions. The sanctions aim to limit Russia’s ability to fund its war against Ukraine, but Trump said pausing them was in the U.S. national interest.Key Facts
- President Zelenskyy urged support for the Lindsey Graham Act, which would impose new sanctions on Russia.
- President Trump signed an executive order delaying these sanctions just before a legal deadline.
- The sanctions target Russian officials, banks, and a secret fleet of tankers keeping Russian energy exports flowing.
- Zelenskyy expressed hope Trump will work to stop Russian attacks and end the war.
- Russian attacks recently killed at least four people in Ukraine and caused damage to energy infrastructure.
- Zelenskyy’s team is trying to organize a meeting including Zelenskyy, President Trump, and Russian President Putin.
- There were unexpected internet restrictions on Ukraine’s use of the Starshield satellite system, which supports their military communications.
- U.S. lawmakers criticized Trump’s decision, saying it helps Russia and ignores congressional support for the sanctions.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.
