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March 20, 05:17 PM • 19656 viewsMarch 20, 03:18 PM • 23669 viewsUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the likelihood of new sanctions against Moscow. This is due to the fact that Putin has not changed his behavior after meeting with Trump, intensifying the bombing of Ukrainian cities.
The US Treasury Department has imposed new sanctions against Iran, targeting a network of companies and vessels transporting Iranian oil. The sanctions target Greek national Antonios Margaritis and his network, which facilitated illegal oil exports.
Indian state-owned oil refineries have resumed purchases of Russian Urals oil after a short break. This comes despite criticism from American officials and threats of sanctions.
Russia expects to retain India as a stable oil client, offering discounts of about 5% off the market price. The US is increasing pressure on India over its purchases of Russian oil, imposing duties and accusing it of supporting "Putin's war."
US Treasury Secretary Scott Besent stated that the US sells weapons to Europe, which then resells them to Ukraine with a 10% markup. These funds could be used to provide security guarantees for Ukraine.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused India of profiting from Russian oil purchases during the war in Ukraine. He noted that the share of Russian oil in India's imports increased from less than 1% to 42%.
Pentagon chief Pete Hagset flew to Alaska, where talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin are scheduled. Trump has already arrived in Anchorage with his delegation.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Donald Trump will make it clear to Putin in Alaska that all options regarding sanctions are being considered. Sanctions can be strengthened, weakened, or have a time frame.
The US Treasury Secretary warned China about high tariffs on Russian oil, but Beijing declared the protection of energy sovereignty. China remains the largest buyer of Russian oil, despite the threat of sanctions.
The number of companies and organizations compromised by the security vulnerability on Microsoft SharePoint servers has grown to 400. Most of the victims are in the US, including the National Nuclear Security Administration.
The European Union plans to impose 30% tariffs on American goods worth about 100 billion euros if the US follows through on its threat of tariffs after August 1. This will include industrial goods, cars, and whiskey, affecting a third of American exports to the EU.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the Senate is ready to pass a sanctions bill that provides for secondary duties of up to 100% for countries buying Russian oil. He also urged European allies to follow the US example and impose secondary sanctions against Russia.
President Zelenskyy reshuffled the government, proposing Yulia Svyrydenko for the position of Prime Minister and Denys Shmyhal as Minister of Defense. This occurred simultaneously with Trump's announcement of a new arms sales program to Ukraine.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the United States is close to concluding several trade agreements. President Trump will send letters to 100 countries regarding tariff increases from August 1.
US President Donald Trump will personally decide on extending the term of customs negotiations with trade partners after July 9. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Trump will determine whether partners are negotiating in good faith.
Senator Ron Wyden demands clear commitments from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent regarding adherence to sanctions against Russia. This includes clarification of comments about Russia's possible return to SWIFT and details of cooperation with Ukraine.
U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has extended extraordinary measures to avoid exceeding the statutory debt limit. The Treasury will no longer be able to meet all of its obligations without congressional action to raise or suspend the debt limit by mid-to-late summer.
The White House announced that the United States and China have reached an agreement on rare earth elements, which must be approved by Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. At the same time, the American president is reviewing certain details of the agreement, his spokeswoman said.
The US and China are planning talks in London on June 9 regarding the export of rare earth minerals. Trump said China would resume supplying minerals and magnets to the US.
According to a Trump advisor, Elon Musk and the US Treasury Secretary fought over a candidate for the position of Commissioner of the Tax Service. After a verbal altercation, Musk punched Bessent and received a blow in return.
Donald Trump announced that American representatives will meet with a Chinese delegation on June 9 in London to discuss the trade agreement. He expressed hope that the negotiations will be successful.
US President Donald Trump announced a telephone conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, where they discussed a trade agreement. The parties also plan to meet working groups for further negotiations.
The first meeting of the fund is scheduled for July, where the initial capital and investment strategy will be discussed. Ukraine signed an agreement on the establishment of the fund with the United States on April 31.
The escalation of the Russian war in Ukraine and a new threat from Trump to double tariffs on steel and aluminum have forced investors to seek refuge in gold. Spot gold rose 0.7% to $3311.33 per ounce.
Elon Musk is officially stepping down as an advisor to Trump, having achieved less success than planned. During his tenure, he managed to make statements regarding Ukraine and provoke a number of conflicts.
Polish customs seized 5 tons of tires for Boeing aircraft that were to transit to Russia bypassing EU sanctions. The sender was a company from Spain.
The US, along with Europe, will strengthen sanctions against Russia if Putin does not conduct peace talks with Ukraine. According to US Treasury Secretary Bessent, Washington's previous sanctions against the Russian Federation have proven ineffective.
The US and China have agreed to temporarily reduce tariffs on each other's goods. This is done to ease trade tensions and allow time for dispute resolution.
Easing trade tensions between the US and China and a potential slowdown in US inflation could push Bitcoin to new highs, exceeding $109,350.
US President Donald Trump was optimistic about the first day of negotiations with China in Switzerland, announcing a "complete reset" of trade relations. He expects China to open up to American business.
