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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Labels US Move to Ease Russian Oil Sanctions 'Wrong'
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German Chancellor Merz Slams US for Easing Russian Oil Sanctions, Calls Move 'Wrong'
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13-03-2026, 19:44
German Chancellor Merz Slams US for Easing Russian Oil Sanctions, Calls Move 'Wrong'
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the US decision to ease sanctions on Russian oil, calling it "wrong" and a "wrong signal."
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The US move, under Donald Trump's administration, allows temporary delivery of sanctioned Russian crude to control rising global oil prices.
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Merz warned that relaxing restrictions could undermine pressure on Moscow and allow Russia to exploit the Iran conflict against Ukraine.
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Other European leaders, including a spokesperson for British PM Keir Starmer and Antonio Costa, echoed concerns about the decision.
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Germany, a strong Ukraine supporter, fears the US focus on Iran could divert attention from Ukraine's needs.
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