Ukraine, EU allies slam US decision to roll back Russia oil sanctions
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In March 2026, Ukraine and its European allies criticized the United States' decision to partially roll back sanctions against Russia. The decision, made by the Trump administration, allows countries a 30-day waiver to purchase sanctioned Russian oil and petroleum products stranded at sea. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated the move would strengthen Russia's position and provide billions for its war efforts, hindering peace. European leaders, including French President Macron and European Council President Costa, expressed concern that the easing of sanctions undermines European security. The US cited soaring global energy prices due to the US-Israeli war on Iran, which has disrupted Middle Eastern energy production and closed the Strait of Hormuz, as the reason for the rollback.
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AI-ExtractedAntonio Costa said the move “is very concerning, as it impacts European security”.
The US issued a 30-day waiver for countries to buy sanctioned Russian oil and petroleum products.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the move would “strengthen Russia’s position”.
US President Donald Trump’s administration decided to partially roll back sanctions against Russia.
Just this easing [of sanctions] by America could provide Russia with around $10bn for the war.
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