Key Facts
• October 22: US announced sanctions targeting major Russian oil companies.
• October 23: EU approved its 19th sanctions package, banning Russian LNG imports.
• Zelensky praised sanctions as “very important” for achieving peace in Ukraine.
• He emphasized that further pressure on Russia is essential for a ceasefire.
• Zelensky denied any possibility of territorial concessions to Russia.
• On social media, he called US sanctions a “decisive and targeted decision.”
• He stated sanctions demonstrate that “aggression will always have consequences.”
• Zelensky highlighted sanctions as a key element in pressuring Russia for peace.
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed new sanctions imposed by the US and EU on Russia, emphasizing their importance in achieving a ceasefire. The US targeted major Russian oil companies on October 22, while the EU approved its 19th sanctions package on October 23, banning Russian LNG imports. During his visit to Brussels, Zelensky reiterated that increased pressure on Russia is crucial for peace and ruled out any territorial concessions. On social media, he praised the sanctions as a clear message that aggression has consequences and described them as fair and necessary measures. Zelensky stressed that sanctions are a vital tool in pressuring Russia to end the war.
