The US exerts pressure on Russia's oil buyers
In the political arena of the US, firm statements regarding the Russia-Ukraine war are increasing. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
According to Senator Lindsey Graham, it is necessary to exert pressure not only on Russia but also on its partners who are buying oil from it to intensify the pressure on Moscow. He emphasized the importance of continuing secondary sanctions.
Graham believes that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not afraid of sanctions and is trying to circumvent them. However, if his main clients—large trading partners—face economic pressure, it will limit Putin's capabilities.
In an interview with NBC News, the senator stated that the main blow for Putin, who is accustomed to circumventing sanctions, will be measures aimed at his clients. The US is ready to confront Russia's main oil buyers—India, China, and Brazil—if necessary.
If these countries continue to purchase Russian oil and support the war, they may be excluded from the US economic system. The senator also mentioned that Donald Trump might support this idea during the negotiations taking place in Alaska.
Graham emphasized that if Washington cannot achieve peace in Ukraine, the most effective way to settle accounts with Moscow is to exert pressure on Putin's international clients. These statements have intensified debates in the international political arena.
Experts point out that these measures could lead to significant changes not only in the economic but also in the diplomatic sphere.
