American sources similar to the White House administration report that the new sanctions that Donald Trump's administration are considering Russia are to focus on direct pressure on its leader. They can be announced this week.
Although – as “WSJ” says – the banking sector will probably not be covered by restrictions, other funds are considered to force Putin to make concessions.
One of the main demands from the US remains Russia's acceptance of a 30-day suspension of a weapon, whose need is emphasized by Ukraine, and Moscow rejects.
Media: Donald Trump can give up engaging in the conflict of Russia and Ukraine
“WSJ” also informs that the President of the United States is becoming more and more exhausted by prolonged peaceful negotiations. According to journal reports, he is considered complete withdrawal from commitment to this process, If the latest diplomatic attempts do not bring the expected results. According to the newspaper, it remains unknown what steps Trump will take in the case of such a scenario. It is also unclear whether he will continue to support Ukraine's military activities, as he has done so far.
The situation on the Washington -Moscow line achieved another culmination on Sunday, when The Russian army carried out a massive drone attack on Ukrainian cities. Donald Trump, reacting to these events, posted an emotional entry on the Truth Social platform. He stated in it that “Vladimir Putin completely went crazy.”
