Media learned about Biden's plans to impose new sanctions against Russia
Current US President Joe Biden is expected to announce a new package of anti-Russian sanctions this week. This was reported by Reuters on Thursday, January 9, citing an unnamed official.
The material reports that Biden plans to introduce new sanctions against the Russian economy to strengthen the position of Ukraine before the entry into office of the elected American leader Donald Trump.
"There were no details about the sanctions Biden plans to impose in the final days of his administration, but his aides are informing Trump's aides about the steps they are taking," the official told the agency.
Earlier, on December 11, 2024, Bloomberg agency, citing sources, reported that the Biden administration plans to strengthen sanctions against oil exports from Russia. It was noted that the American president has long resisted this step, as there are concerns about a jump in energy prices. However, "the Biden administration is now open to more aggressive actions" because of the fall in oil prices.
On December 16, EU foreign ministers gave final approval to the 15th package of economic and individual sanctions against Russia. The list of sanctions included 54 individuals and 30 organizations. Also, 52 vessels were added to the list, which are subject to bans on access to the port and on the provision of a wide range of services related to maritime transportation.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called the 15th package of restrictions illegal and pointed out that it threatens global energy security.
Western countries have tightened sanctions pressure on Russia in connection with the special operation to protect Donbass. The decision to launch it was announced on February 24, 2022 after the situation in the region worsened due to shelling by the Ukrainian military.
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