The US Treasury Department sent a notice to ship operating companies to obtain information about 100 ships suspected of carrying Russian oil, bypassing Western sanctions. This was reported by Reuters Citing a knowledgeable source.
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sent notices to companies in 30 countries, according to the agency. It was noted that this was the biggest step since the introduction of price limits on oil exports from Russia, aimed at reducing the country’s oil revenues in response to the launch of a special operation in Ukraine.
According to Reuters, the US Treasury refused to confirm information about the launch of the investigation.
Before that, Janet Yellen, head of the Americas department, statedThat the United States will impose new sanctions on China if China assists Russia in connection with a special operation in Ukraine. According to the minister, during conversations with the Deputy Prime Minister, he noted that it is extremely important for the United States that Chinese companies do not provide material support to the Russian military-industrial complex, and the American side is “ready to promote it.” additional sanctions.”
Previously Lavrov statedRussia has learned to protect its sovereignty under sanctions.
Source: Gazeta
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