US extends sanctions waiver on Russian oil until June 17

Source:Al Jazeera

02 — Who / Subject

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

03 — Where / Locus

Global / US

04 — When / Temporality

May 19, 2026

Verified: May 19, 2026

05 — Why / Core Summary

"The US Treasury extended the sanctions waiver for Russian oil currently at sea until June 17. The move aims to stabilize global energy markets amid the US-Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure. Critics argue the waiver provides financial support to Russia's war effort in Ukraine."

Conflict Analysis

The extension reflects the US administration's struggle to balance energy market stability with geopolitical pressure against Russia and Iran.

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