The United States has launched its most sweeping sanctions yet against Russia’s energy sector, targeting oil giants Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas, 183 fuel transport vessels, and 80+ individuals and entities tied to liquefied natural gas exports. Could this be a turning point in the Russia-Ukraine war?
:collision: Key Highlights:
Economic Hit: The sanctions are expected to cost Russia billions monthly by freezing U.S.-based assets and penalizing anyone aiding Russian oil trade.
Global Unity: The UK joined with similar sanctions just a day earlier, amplifying the impact.
Ukraine’s Response: President Zelenskyy praised the move, stating, Energy should never be used as a weapon.
Strategic Goal: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen emphasized these sanctions strike at the heart of Russia’s war funding.
:globe_showing_Europe-Africa: What’s at Stake:
As the West pours billions into Ukraine’s defense, these sanctions aim to cripple Moscow’s ability to sustain aggression. Will they succeed in pushing Russia toward peace—or spark further tensions?
Location: London
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:collision: Key Highlights:
Economic Hit: The sanctions are expected to cost Russia billions monthly by freezing U.S.-based assets and penalizing anyone aiding Russian oil trade.
Global Unity: The UK joined with similar sanctions just a day earlier, amplifying the impact.
Ukraine’s Response: President Zelenskyy praised the move, stating, Energy should never be used as a weapon.
Strategic Goal: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen emphasized these sanctions strike at the heart of Russia’s war funding.
:globe_showing_Europe-Africa: What’s at Stake:
As the West pours billions into Ukraine’s defense, these sanctions aim to cripple Moscow’s ability to sustain aggression. Will they succeed in pushing Russia toward peace—or spark further tensions?
Location: London
WooGlobe Ref : WGA960164
For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com
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00:00BREAKING NEWS
00:01The United States has unleashed sweeping sanctions against Russia's energy sector,
00:06delivering a significant blow to Moscow's funding for the ongoing war in Ukraine.
00:11These sanctions target two major oil giants, Gazpromneft and Sergutneftegos,
00:16183 vessels transporting Russian fuel,
00:20and over 80 individuals and entities tied to Russia's liquefied natural gas exports.
00:26Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude for this move,
00:31calling it a critical step in cutting down Russia's petrodollar income
00:34and reducing its war capabilities.
00:37He stated,
00:38Energy should never be used as a weapon.
00:41But that's not all.
00:42The sanctions go further,
00:44freezing the assets of these companies and individuals in the US
00:47and penalizing anyone aiding Russia's oil trade.
00:51Officials believe these measures could cost Russia billions of dollars each month.
00:56US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen
00:58emphasized the importance of striking at the heart of Russia's war funding.
01:02Even the UK joined the effort, issuing similar sanctions just a day earlier.
01:08The West has poured billions of dollars into Ukraine's defense,
01:11and these sanctions are another weapon in their arsenal to cripple Russia's aggression.
01:16With this, Washington hopes to inch closer to peace in the region.
01:20As the war drags on, Ukraine's resilience is strengthened by international unity.
01:25The hope is clear – end the conflict and restore global stability.
01:29What do you think about these sanctions?
01:31Will they force Russia to back down?