Russia sanctions
Oil Prices Surge as Trump Imposes "Massive" Sanctions on Russian Energy Giants Amid Mixed Global Market Performance
Oct 24, 2025 01:56 am CST
Wall Street exhibits minimal movement while oil prices jump 5.6% following President Trump's announcement of major sanctions against Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, aimed at pressuring Putin to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war. Meanwhile, Tesla shares decline on disappointing earnings while global markets show mixed performance amid geopolitical and economic developments.
Putin Dismisses Trump's Oil Sanctions Impact on Russian Economy While Issuing Strong Warning on Tomahawk Missiles
Oct 24, 2025 01:31 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin downplayed the significance of recent US sanctions targeting major Russian oil producers Rosneft and Lukoil, describing them as serious but insufficient to damage Russia's economy. While expressing openness to continued dialogue with the US, Putin issued a stark warning about potential consequences if Russia faced attacks from US Tomahawk missiles sought by Ukraine. These developments follow deteriorating US-Russia relations after a planned summit between Putin and Trump collapsed.
Russia Claims "Strong Immunity" Against US Oil Sanctions Amid Stalled Peace Talks
Oct 23, 2025 04:59 pm CST
Russia has declared immunity to new US sanctions on its major oil companies, asserting the measures are counterproductive to diplomatic efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict. The sanctions were imposed after President Trump expressed disappointment with stalled peace negotiations, following the collapse of plans for a summit with Putin in Budapest.
US Treasury Announces New Russia Sanctions Amid Escalating Ukraine Conflict and Failed Peace Efforts
Oct 23, 2025 04:23 am CST
The Trump administration is set to announce significant new sanctions against Russia as peace negotiations stall and Ukraine faces intensified missile attacks across multiple cities. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed the sanctions plan while Ukraine's President Zelenskyy seeks international support and additional military capabilities after Russian strikes killed civilians, including children, and damaged critical infrastructure ahead of winter.
Trump Shifts Focus to Ending Russia-Ukraine War Following Gaza Ceasefire Success
Oct 16, 2025 10:16 pm CST
President Trump is pivoting his diplomatic efforts toward resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict after securing progress on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. He's considering providing Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles to pressure Putin into negotiations, while meeting with President Zelenskyy to discuss strategy. The administration is also weighing additional economic sanctions against Russia, seeking European support for a coordinated approach to ending Europe's largest armed conflict since World War II.
Trump's Stance on Russia Sanctions: EU Official Reveals Uncertainty Among G7 Allies
Oct 09, 2025 10:53 pm CST
EU sanctions chief David O'Sullivan reveals that despite G7 agreement to coordinate actions against Russia, President Trump is keeping allies guessing about additional sanctions. Western powers aim to target Russian oil revenues while the EU pursues a parallel strategy against China's role in sanctions evasion as Moscow's economy shows signs of strain.
"Two Total Losers": After Kimmel, Trump Targets Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers
Sep 18, 2025 12:15 pm CST
US President Donald Trump celebrated the indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show, using the opportunity to not only praise its cancellation but also to broaden his long-standing criticism of other late-night hosts.