What happened: Ukraine's President Zelensky has condemned the US decision to extend a waiver on sanctions against Russia. The US says the waiver helps ease energy supply issues caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
Why it matters:
- The waiver affects international efforts to pressure Russia amid ongoing conflicts.
- Energy markets and geopolitical relations between the US, Ukraine, and Russia are impacted.
MNN Take: The US aims to balance sanctions enforcement with global energy stability, while Ukraine views the waiver as undermining sanctions against Russia.
Sources: BBC World