The Trump administration has used sanctions against oil companies like Rosneft and Lukoil, while high-level talks are underway regarding waivers and market disruption in the Middle East.
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Updated Jun 18
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The Trump administration has used sanctions against oil companies like Rosneft and Lukoil, while high-level talks are underway regarding waivers and market disruption in the Middle East.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Lukoil assets are under US Treasury management, facing international sanctions pressure regarding its operations in Northern Europe and the Middle East.Sub-event
Trump administration sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, coupled with high-level talks in the Middle East.1 source
Trump administration sanctions Lukoil and Rosneft oil; market expert Birol notes Middle East disruption.1 source
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The entities involved
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Rosneft
Russian energy company
- Ukrainian drones targeted Russian oil facilities, contributing to a fuel crisis in Crimea.
- Rosneft is developing Vostok Oil in Russia, utilizing partnerships with companies like Samsung Heavy Industries and Zvezda, and attracting investment interest from firms like Trafigura, with support from Putin.
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Lukoil
Russian oil company
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Middle East
geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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