The United States has unveiled a new wave of sanctions targeting over 400 entities tied to Russia’s energy sector, drawing strong praise from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
In a post shared on his X account on Friday, Zelenskyy hailed the sanctions as a critical move to disrupt Russia’s financial and logistical networks that fuel its ongoing war efforts.
The measures, designed to strike at the core of Russia’s energy industry, focus on producers, insurance firms, service providers, logistics hubs, and a fleet of 184 shadow tankers.
“I am grateful to @POTUS, his administration, and the entire American people for today’s announcement of a new sanctions package targeting over 400 entities linked to Russia’s energy sector. The bipartisan support of the United States truly matters, and we feel it deeply.
“These measures deliver a significant blow to the financial foundation of Russia’s war machine by disrupting its entire supply chain: key Russian producers, insurance companies, service providers in the oil and gas industry, 184 shadow fleet tankers, logistics facilities, and third-country companies,” the president stated.
Among the targets is Surgutneftegaz, a prominent oil company identified by Zelenskyy as a vital financial pillar for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The sanctions aim to cut into Russia’s oil and energy export revenue, which Zelenskyy suggested could hasten the end of the war.
He underscored the need for energy resources to serve global stability rather than being wielded as tools of conflict.
Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to US President Joe Biden, his administration, and the American public for their ongoing support.
He commended the bipartisan collaboration behind the sanctions and reaffirmed Ukraine’s belief in their effectiveness.
“Energy resources should never be used as weapons, as Russia does. Countries that respect international law can and should ensure stable and reliable energy supplies for the entire world.
“We are deeply grateful for America’s leadership in holding Russia accountable. I am confident these steps will significantly reduce Russia’s petrodollar income and, with it, its ability to continue its aggression,” he added.
