A temporary removal of U.S. sanctions on Russian tankers at sea failed to calm concerns over prolonged disruptions to the flow of crude through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump administration allows for Russian oil sales as energy prices soar The Washington PostSuspended U.S. Sanctions Add a Political Win to Russia's Economic Gains The New York TimesOil prices stay high despite US temporarily lifting sanctions on Russian oil stranded at sea CNNU.S. allows temporary purchases of Russian oil already at sea to stabilize energy markets CNBC
EU pushes back on US decision to ease sanctions on Russian oil stranded at sea Euronews.comUkraine, EU allies slam US decision to roll back Russia oil sanctions Al Jazeera‘Wrong move': Grassley criticizes Trump lifting sanctions on Russian oil The Hill
