US to reinstate sanctions on Russian oil

In the United States around 19 April 2026, the US extended its sanctions waiver for Russian oil until 16 May. RT described this as reneging on Bessent's pledge, and an Indian outlet wrote that the extension benefits India, while a TASS-quoted expert called it important but not critical for India.

Zelensky condemned the extension and criticized the waivers, saying Russia's shadow fleet holds $10 billion in oil. Ukraine's ambassador urged the Trump administration to reinstate the sanctions, and the US Energy Secretary said sanctions against Russian oil will be resumed.