Washington examining all available levers of influence
US Energy Minister Chris Wright emphasised that the administration of President Donald Trump is meticulously analysing all possible tools to pressure countries that continue to purchase Russian energy resources. The primary objective of these measures is to end the bloody conflict.
«Потрібно дивитися на кожен важіль, який у вас є, щоб покласти край кривавому конфлікту», — наголосив Райт у інтерв’ю CBS News. (You have to look at every lever you have to end the bloody conflict)
Decision on China and India postponed
During the conversation, the journalist focused on a bill by Senator Lindsey Graham, which provides for expanding the US President's authority to punish states that import Russian fuel. According to the source, Donald Trump must make a final decision on applying the relevant customs measures against China and India by 18 October.
However, the Energy Minister declined to predict the head of state's next steps, noting that the President reserves the right to make decisions at the last minute, carefully weighing the pros and cons of each option.
Link between ending the war and energy prices
Chris Wright also noted that the US administration believes that ending hostilities in Ukraine could significantly impact global energy prices. In his words, ending the war would not only stop the monthly deaths of tens of thousands of people but also cause a sharp drop in energy prices.
«Він невпинно працював, намагаючись завершити цю війну. Припинення цієї війни не лише зупинило б загибель десятків тисяч людей щомісяця, а й різко знизило б ціни на енергоносії», — додав міністр. (He has been working tirelessly to try to end this war. Ending this war would not only stop the deaths of tens of thousands of people every month, but also sharply lower energy prices)
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