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Zelenskyy Warns U.S. Sanctions Easing Fuels Russian War

3/13/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized U.S. easing of sanctions on Russian oil, saying it could fund Russia’s war by $10 billion.
He spoke in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron, arguing the move undermines peace efforts.
Macron and European leaders expressed concerns about European security and urged continued pressure on Russia.
Zelenskyy cited defense cooperation with Macron and urged continued support for Ukraine amid energy costs linked to Iran conflict.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized U.S. easing of sanctions on Russian oil, saying it could fund Russia’s war by $10 billion.
He spoke in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron, arguing the move undermines peace efforts.
Macron and European leaders expressed concerns about European security and urged continued pressure on Russia.
Zelenskyy cited defense cooperation with Macron and urged continued support for Ukraine amid energy costs linked to Iran conflict.