Britain Urges Europe to Keep Up Sanctions on Russia

In a recent statement, Britain’s government said that its partners should keep applying economic pressure on Russia. The comment comes after the United States announced a temporary pause in sanctions that allow countries to buy Russian oil stuck at sea. The U. S. move was meant to ease global energy markets that have been unsettled by the conflict in Ukraine and tensions with Iran. However, many European leaders feel that this pause could weaken efforts to cut off Russia’s war funding.The British spokesperson pointed out that sanctions have already taken away at least $450 billion from Russia since the war began. They argue that maintaining pressure is key to ending the fighting in Ukraine and stopping Russia from supporting hostile groups worldwide. Britain says it will continue to push for maximum economic pressure on Russia in order to achieve a fair and lasting peace. The government believes that only collective action can make a real difference in stopping the war.