Donald Trump is likely to continue his policy of easing sanctions on Russian and Iranian oil. The current restrictions expire on 11 and 19 April, and the US is actively discussing the possibility of easing them. Experts warn that tougher measures against Russian oil could lead to economic pressure and higher energy prices.
Trump and sanctions: what will change for Russian and Iranian oil
According to Semafor, administration Donald Trump is preparing to further ease sanctions against Russian and Iranian oil. Washington has already officially confirmed discussions on easing sanctions against Iran, which could affect the global energy market.
The restrictions will expire in April
Restrictions on the export of Russian and of Iranian oil expire on 11 and 19 April. This puts additional pressure on the US administration, which has to balance political decisions with the risks of rising energy prices.
Experts: Tough measures are unlikely
Analysts believe that in the near future, we should not expect tough sanctions against Russian oil. The reason for this is the risks of economic pressure and a likely rise in oil prices, which could hit the US consumer.
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