Rubio Says US Will Impose New Sanctions on Russia if No Progress on Peace Deal
- On May 21, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that Washington might implement additional sanctions if Russia fails to demonstrate a sincere commitment to the peace negotiations held in Istanbul.
- This statement followed Turkey-hosted peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, where both sides agreed to prisoner exchanges and continued truce discussions.
- A May 14-15 Harvard CAPS Harris poll found that over 60% of Americans believe Putin is stalling negotiations and support continued U.S. Weaponry shipments and sanctions if Russia resists peace efforts.
- After a two-hour call on May 19, President Trump announced he would hold off on implementing additional sanctions, explaining that while there is potential for progress, rushing could potentially worsen the situation.
- Rubio indicated new sanctions remain possible if Moscow's ceasefire terms lack sincerity, signaling U.S. Readiness to respond based on Russia’s forthcoming proposals.
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Majority of Americans believe Putin stalling peace talks, back sanctions if Russia refuses to negotiate, poll shows
Over 60% of Americans believe Russian President Vladimir Putin is "stalling" peace talks involving the United States, and back weaponry shipments to Ukraine and additional sanctions if Russia refuses to negotiate a peace deal, according to a Harvard CAPS Harris poll released on May 19.
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