Zelensky says Ukraine expects new US sanctions against Russia

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine expects the United States to approve a new package of sanctions against Russia, although the issue was not discussed during today’s talks with the U.S. side.

The Ukrainian President said this during a joint press conference with the U.S. President’s special envoys, CE Report quotes Ukrinform.

“The Ukrainian side certainly hopes that the great work and efforts of Lindsey, a great friend of Ukraine, will receive a positive response from the United States. And, of course, we are counting on these sanctions, on this package,” the President said.

He noted that during previous meetings, the Ukrainian side had received positive signals regarding the sanctions package and was awaiting a vote.

At the same time, Zelensky stressed that he does not link the issue of sanctions to the current visit of the U.S. representatives to Ukraine.

“The U.S. side did not raise this issue today, and we did not discuss it with them... I am absolutely certain that these are not related matters to our meeting,” he said.

According to the President, the visit by the U.S. team is aimed at resuming the negotiation process.

The head of state also expressed doubt that Russia seeks anything other than occupation, but stressed the need to continue diplomatic efforts.

As reported, on August 7, the U.S. Senate approved Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Bill. The legislation was sent to the House of Representatives.

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal said he hoped the House of Representatives would approve the sanctions bill in September.

Photo: Presidency Office of Ukraine