Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the United States and European nations to impose total sanctions on Russia.
The sanctions should target the energy sector, particularly its nuclear industry, and the wealth of Russian oligarchs.
These comments come amid ongoing debates in Europe and the U.S. over how to escalate economic pressure on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.
Zelenskyy Praises Trump’s Energy Sanctions on Russia
Zelenskyy on X praised U.S President Donald Trump for previously sanctioning major Russian energy companies, including Lukoil and Rosneft, appealing that more decisive action is required.
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According to Zelenskyy, such measures could send a clear and powerful message to both Russia and European nations, urging that the sanctions should extend to all Russian energy interests, especially nuclear energy.
“Total sanctions mean total. President Trump took strong steps to sanction Lukoil and Rosneft. We are thankful to him. He can sanction all of their energy, in particular nuclear energy. And it will be a powerful message to the Europeans,” said Zelenskyy.
The Ukrainian president’s comments come amid ongoing debates in Europe and the U.S. over how to escalate economic pressure on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.
A Call to Europe and the Global Community
Zelenskyy has also thanked European nations for their efforts but argues that they are not doing enough in sanctioning Russian nuclear energy and oligarchs, arguing that selective measures are not sufficient in stopping Russia’s aggression.
“Europeans have done a lot. But they haven’t yet sanctioned Russian nuclear energy, Rosatom, the persons and their relatives, their children, who live off their money in Europe, in the United States, who pay with these profits for their education at European universities, who own real estate in the United States. A lot of real estate. They financially support children and relatives everywhere,” added Zelenskyy
Zelenskyy Secures Fresh Energy and Military Aid
As uncertainty surrounds Russian President Vladimir Putin’s next moves, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has secured new commitments for energy and military assistance following high-level talks.
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Zelenskyy, in his statement on February 15, confirmed that agreements were reached in Munich with leaders of the Berlin Format on specific support packages, which were expected by February 24.
“In Munich, we agreed with the leaders of the Berlin Format on specific packages of energy and military aid for Ukraine by February 24,” the statement partly read.
He said Ukraine requires sustained air defense capabilities and timely delivery of pledged aid to counter continued Russian strikes.
Zelenskyy expressed appreciation to international partners for their readiness to assist, noting that strengthened air defense remains essential to limiting Russia’s leverage through continued attacks.
“I am grateful to our partners for their readiness to help, and we count on all deliveries arriving promptly. Ukraine needs air defense every day to deprive Russia of leverage through terror. Thank you to everyone who helps,” he noted.
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