Supporters of increasing sanctions pressure against Russia are unreasonable. U.S. President Donald Trump said this, reports UNN, citing his remarks.
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The statement came amid the release of U.S. citizen Stephen Hubbard from Russian detention during their meeting.
Stupid people wanted me to impose sanctions against Russia. ... The Russians are laughing at these sanctions
He explained his position using Hubbard as an example. Trump asked what it would look like if he asked Putin to release an American while imposing sanctions on Russia at the same time.
Reminder
According to The New York Times, the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is considering lifting sanctions on Russia's government investment fund.
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