Zelensky Urges Allies to Halt Russian Oil Amid Sanctions Push

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has strongly urged international allies, including Europe, the United States, the G7, and the G20, to stop purchasing Russian oil and impose sanctions without delay, emphasizing that reducing Russian energy consumption will weaken Russia's ability to wage war. He criticized those looking for excuses to avoid sanctions and called for unified action to counter Moscow's aggression, especially following Russian drones breaching Romanian and Polish airspace, which Zelensky described as an expansion of the war. In response, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Washington would only impose sanctions if all NATO members agreed to do so, highlighting the need for collective NATO agreement before further U.S. action. Poland has accused Hungary of obstructing Ukraine's NATO accession talks, complicating the alliance's unity on sanctions and support for Ukraine. The situation underscores rising tensions in Eastern Europe, with NATO scrambling jets to monitor Russian drone activity and U.S. lawmakers pushing for sanctions tied to critical legislation. Zelensky's call reflects urgent concerns over escalating Russian military actions and the global community’s role in responding decisively.