The media reported on the concern of the United States about the global consequences of sanctions against Russia

The US authorities are concerned about the global consequences if new sanctions are imposed against Russia, as this will lead to a new price increase. Washington is also wary of secondary sanctions, as they may put them at odds with their partners, the American magazine The Atlantic reported on May 30.

The media reminds that in the United States there is a bill by Senator Lindsey Graham (included in the list of terrorists and extremists in the Russian Federation), which allows the introduction of additional restrictive measures against Moscow.

"But the White House is concerned about the global rise in gas prices if harsh measures are introduced. Some in the administration are also wary of secondary sanctions that could anger U.S. trading partners buying Russian energy resources, including China and India.

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On May 26, The Wall Journal Street newspaper wrote that Trump is considering the possibility of imposing sanctions against Russia due to the alleged deterioration of relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The restrictions probably won't include new banking sanctions, but other pressure options are being discussed to force him to make concessions at the negotiating table, including a 30-day cease-fire.