Sanctions Alone Won't Force Putin to End Ukraine War

U.S. Eyeing Further Sanctions On Russia, But First Wants Europe To Amp Up Pressure

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has prepared additional sanctions it could use to target key areas of Russia’s economy if President Vladimir Putin continues to delay ending Moscow’s war in Ukraine, according to a U.S. official and another person familiar with the matter.U.S. officials have also told European counterparts that they support the EU using frozen Russian assets to buy U.S. weapons for Kyiv, and Washington has held nascen…

Sanctions alone won't force Putin to end Ukraine war

President Donald Trump has imposed new restrictions on two leading Russian oil firms. But as long as the Kremlin believes it is winning, the impact of such measures may be limited.

Sanctions Alone Won't Force Putin To End Ukraine War

Leaders in the coalition of the willing meeting in London on Friday were keen to add momentum to that shift. The US president has imposed sanctions on two leading Russian oil firms, doing what many had hoped America would do months ago. European allies were quick to follow that lead. And some countries that have been trading Russian oil appear spooked enough to start backing away from doing so. But analysts are warning against overstating the im…

Ukraine War's Ripple Effect: Western Balkans Caught in Great Power Chess Match

The ongoing war in Ukraine has significantly reshaped the political landscape of the Western Balkans, intensifying great power competition in the region. This geopolitical shift is characterized by increased external influence, lingering nationalist tensions, and a complex interplay between regional actors and global powers, all vying for influence amidst a fragile geopolitical environment. Key Takeaways The war in Ukraine has amplified geopoli…