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Zelensky Slams US Oil Waiver Amid Peace Talks with Macron

3/13/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the United States' waiver on Russian oil sanctions amid talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on March 13 about the war and peace efforts.
Emmanuel Macron emphasized that broad sanctions against Russia remain in place despite the waiver.
Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's role in helping countries counter Iranian drones and offering drone expertise.
The discussions included security guarantees and cooperation in defense and energy.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the United States' waiver on Russian oil sanctions amid talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on March 13 about the war and peace efforts.
Emmanuel Macron emphasized that broad sanctions against Russia remain in place despite the waiver.
Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's role in helping countries counter Iranian drones and offering drone expertise.
The discussions included security guarantees and cooperation in defense and energy.