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Press Release: Blumenthal Remarks on New U.S. Treasury Sanctions Targeting Russian Oil Companies

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Senator Blumenthal addresses new U.S. Treasury sanctions on Russian oil companies, urging stronger measures to support Ukraine.

Quiver AI Summary

Senator Blumenthal comments on new sanctions: U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) released a statement regarding the U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control's recent sanctions on major Russian oil companies. He emphasized that while these sanctions are a step forward, they are insufficient to stop the flow of oil and gas that supports Russia's military actions in Ukraine.

Call for stronger sanctions: Blumenthal advocated for more stringent measures, urging Congress to support the Graham-Blumenthal Sanctions bill to prevent countries like China and India from purchasing Russian energy. He stated, “Only strong, scorching sanctions will end Putin’s slaughter,” calling for decisive leadership to support Ukraine.

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