The media pointed to Trump's possible use of the Incident to put pressure on Russia.

US President Donald Trump may use US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant as a secret weapon against Russia. This was reported on July 10 by The Telegraph newspaper.

"In the new strategy of action against Russia, Trump may have a secret weapon. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant is just as disruptive and an unconventional thinker as he is (Trump. — Ed.) himself," the article says.

It is noted that the head of the US Treasury Department already has experience in the trade war with China, in which he played a key role.

As The Telegraph points out, Trump was unable to get Russia to accept his position and decided to find an ally who would try to influence the Russian economy, The Newspaper said.Ru». At the same time, it is noted that the American leader recognizes the success of the Russian economy under the pressure of sanctions.

It clarifies that the Opponent is ready to take risks and exploit the opponent's vulnerabilities, which may play into the hands of the United States.

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The day before, Trump said that the introduction of new anti-Russian sanctions depends solely on him. He added that he is closely following the process around the relevant bill in the US Congress.