U.S. Treasury Engages in High-Stakes Talks Focused on Russian Oil Sanctions

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discussed sanctions on Russian oil companies Lukoil and Rosneft with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. Bessent emphasized President Trump's commitment to achieving lasting peace in Ukraine during the meeting.

On Tuesday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent engaged in pivotal discussions concerning the ongoing U.S. sanctions on Russian oil giants Lukoil and Rosneft with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko.

Bessent took to social media platform X to express that his dialogue with Svyrydenko prominently centered on President Trump's unwavering dedication to ushering in durable peace in Ukraine, a key geopolitical aim for the U.S. administration.

During the meeting, Bessent thoroughly covered the scope of Treasury's sanctions imposed on Russia's leading oil corporations, underscoring the strategic measures intended to address the complex dynamics in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)