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Rubio Warns Sanctions on Russia Near Exhaustion Amid Tensions

11/14/2025

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States has nearly exhausted options for new sanctions on Russia after targeting major oil companies.
Future efforts will enforce existing sanctions, especially against Russia's "shadow fleet" that bypasses restrictions.
Rubio notes that Russia's demands for the Donetsk region are unacceptable to Ukraine.
Kyiv worries Washington may press for a ceasefire that could compromise territory, and continued U.S.–EU policy alignment remains crucial.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States has nearly exhausted options for new sanctions on Russia after targeting major oil companies.
Future efforts will enforce existing sanctions, especially against Russia's "shadow fleet" that bypasses restrictions.
Rubio notes that Russia's demands for the Donetsk region are unacceptable to Ukraine.
Kyiv worries Washington may press for a ceasefire that could compromise territory, and continued U.S.–EU policy alignment remains crucial.