What did European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic say about the likelihood of future U.S. easing of Russian oil sanctions?

Sefcovic stated that he understood from U.S. officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, that the recent sanctions relief on Russian seaborne oil 'will not be repeated in the future' — a clear indication that the U.S. does not intend to ease Russian oil sanctions again.

Why did the U.S. temporarily ease Russian oil sanctions, according to Sefcovic and Bessent?

According to Sefcovic, the U.S. eased sanctions due to 'the extremely difficult situation' facing lower-income countries heavily dependent on oil imports, and Bessent confirmed the 30-day extension was granted in response to requests from vulnerable countries amid disruptions caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz during an uneasy ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.

US indicates it will not ease Russian oil sanctions again, EU's Sefcovic says

Apr 24, 2026

EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic confirmed US assurances that temporary sanctions relief on Russian oil will not be repeated due to global supply concerns. Officials also discussed fertilizer supply chain disruptions impacting Europe and Africa amid Middle East tensions.

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