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2 min readTrump Administration Seeks European Support for Russian Oil Sanctions
TrueGov Editorial Team•5 months ago•2 min read
White House official confirms push for allied action against Russian energy exports
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The Trump administration is urging European nations to cease purchasing Russian oil and join proposed U.S. sanctions targeting countries that continue such trade, according to a senior White House official. While the United States does not import Russian oil, some European countries still rely on Moscow for energy needs, collectively purchasing approximately $25.5 billion worth of Russian fossil fuels in 2024, which exceeds their financial aid to Ukraine.