US Treasury Secretary Says All Sanctions Options Open Amid Russia Ukraine Bombings

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated in multiple interviews that all options remain on the table for President Donald Trump regarding new sanctions on Russia, following Russia's intensified bombing campaign in Ukraine after recent peace talks. Despite a historic meeting between Trump and Putin in Anchorage and subsequent discussions involving European leaders and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the White House, Putin has escalated attacks, prompting consideration of stricter measures. Bessent emphasized that the Trump administration is closely examining potential sanctions this week, which could include financial, trade, or broader punitive actions. The U.S. has also expressed concern about nations like India potentially financing Russia's war effort, though Bessent downplayed India's role in this regard. These developments come amid one of the largest Russian air strikes in Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties, including children. The situation underscores the ongoing tension and the U.S. commitment to supporting Ukraine through diplomatic and economic pressure on Russia.