The political scientist called the consequences of anti-Russian sanctions dangerous for the United States

Malek Dudakov, an American political scientist, warned that US sanctions against Russian oil buyers could turn into a blow to the United States itself.

In conversation with Lenta.Ru On Wednesday, August 6, the specialist explained that their consequence would be a sharp rise in prices within the United States. He recalled that the United States imports Indian petroleum products, often made from Russian oil, so the sanctions will also affect American buyers.

The expert believes that the Trump administration will try to harm Russia, but with minimal losses for itself, therefore, most likely, it will make a compromise decision — either postpone the introduction of duties, or make them less harsh.

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Earlier on August 6, the American newspaper New York Post (NYP) wrote that Trump may not impose new anti-Russian sanctions after the expiration of his ultimatum to the Russian Federation. According to sources, the US presidential administration is "making every effort to conclude a deal," IA Regnum reports.

On August 5, the British Financial Times (FT) newspaper, citing sources, reported that the White House administration was exploring the possibility of imposing additional restrictions against allegedly Russian-linked tankers. According to the media, Trump will be ready to make a decision upon the return of special envoy Steve Witkoff from Moscow, the website writes. kp.ru . According to the source, if Witkoff returns without any results, Trump may become seriously angry, RT reports.

The publication notes that Washington may increase pressure on Russia by tightening control over compliance with existing sanctions or by supporting the new EU price ceiling for Russian oil, which will come into force in September.

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