Trump will support sanctions against Russia if he gets the final say

Trump is ready to support sanctions against Russia, but wants to have the final say

President of the United States Donald Trump is ready to sign a new package of sanctions against Russia, but only if the document enshrines its The right to make the final decision regarding any restrictions. This was reported by the Reuters.

According to sources, the White House insists that the final word on sanctions should remain with the president, not the Congress.

Expansion of sanctions and new proposals

Trump also suggested expand the sanctions package, including the following Iran, This would sharply increase pressure on countries cooperating with Moscow and Tehran.

The initiative is promoted by Republican congressmen Lindsay Graham and Brian Fitzpatrick, The US and Russia are seeking to limit buyers of Russian energy and reduce the Kremlin's revenues from oil and gas exports.

Context.

The current debate is taking place against the backdrop of Congress's attempts to pass tougher sanctions against Russia for continuing the war against Ukraine and cooperation with Iran. Trump, on the other hand, is demanding broader presidential powers in foreign policy, particularly in the area of economic pressure.