The European Union’s Special Representative for Sanctions, David O’Sullivan, has stated that Washington has not yet begun negotiations with the European Union regarding Russia’s request to ease sanctions. This issue has become one of the key conditions for reaching a temporary ceasefire agreement in Ukraine.
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Most European leaders have ruled out the possibility of easing sanctions against Russia if the country does not withdraw its troops from the occupied territories of Ukraine. Such determination from European countries to maintain sanctions may lead to tensions in relations with the United States, where President Donald Trump advocates for a swift end to the war in Ukraine.
“The position of the European Union is that this is a very important lever of influence in any negotiations with Russia, and it should be used, but used wisely and slowly and only in the context of achieving a solution that is a lasting and sustainable peace,” emphasized O’Sullivan.
At the same time, Trump allows for the possibility of partially lifting sanctions on Russia, although he periodically threatens Moscow with new restrictions if it does not demonstrate a serious commitment to peace negotiations.