Ukraine is in active negotiations with Britain over the easing of sanctions on Russian oil - OP
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The Office of the President has approached Britain for clarification regarding the lifting of sanctions on Russian oil. The US has also extended the authorization for fuel purchases.
Ukraine is engaged in "very active" negotiations with the United Kingdom regarding the decision to ease sanctions on Russian oil. This was the response from the Office of the President to a question from The Guardian about Britain's easing of sanctions against Russian oil, reports UNN.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Office stated that they are reaching out to Downing Street for clarification regarding the UK's decision to lift sanctions on certain types of Russian oil, amid accusations from Conservatives that Keir Starmer is helping the Kremlin generate revenue.
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The US Treasury extended the authorization for the purchase of Russian oil for 30 days. This is due to a fuel shortage caused by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.