New US Sanctions on the Horizon for Russia

The United States is getting ready to hit Russia with more sanctions. This time, the focus is on the energy sector. The goal? To push President Vladimir Putin to accept a peace deal with Ukraine. What's on the table? The U. S. is looking at targeting Russia's shadow fleet of tankers. These ships help transport Moscow's oil. Traders who make these deals happen could also be in the crosshairs.But is this just a threat? The new measures might be announced as early as this week. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent talked about this with European ambassadors earlier this week. But wait, there's more. The U. S. is not alone in this. Other countries are also watching closely. The question is, will these sanctions make a difference? Sanctions are a tool. They can hurt economies and put pressure on leaders. But do they always work? It's a question worth asking.