Zelenskiy Applauds Key Sanctions as Lever for Peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy commended the latest U.S. and EU sanctions on Russia, emphasizing the need for intensified pressure to achieve a ceasefire. He lauded the U.S. measures targeting Russian oil firms and ruled out territorial concessions, asserting sanctions are crucial for peace efforts.

In a significant move, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has praised the recent energy sanctions imposed by the U.S. and the EU on Russia, labeling them as 'very important'. He emphasized that increased pressure on Moscow is crucial for reaching a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict.

Zelenskiy's remarks came after the U.S. announced new sanctions targeting Russia's major oil companies, coinciding with an EU decision to ban Russian liquefied natural gas imports. These sanctions arrived on the heels of a collapsed summit plan between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Ukrainian leader expressed gratitude toward Trump, calling the sanctions a 'resolute and well-targeted decision.' He insisted that these measures send a clear signal that Russia's continuation of war will incur significant costs, deeming the sanctions a necessary component for peace.

(With inputs from agencies.)