The US Treasury Secretary Bensons said today: "President Trump is taking decisive action to address the threats and instability posed by the Iranian regime, while striving to stabilize global energy markets and maintain low oil prices."
To expand the global circulation of existing energy supplies, the US Treasury will provide a temporary authorization allowing countries to purchase Russian oil currently stranded at sea. This strictly limited, short-term measure targets only oil already in transit and will not bring significant economic benefits to the Russian government - most of Russia's energy revenue comes from taxes levied on the extraction process.
President Trump's policies supporting energy development have driven US oil and natural gas production to record highs, lowering fuel costs for hardworking American citizens. The current short-term rise in oil prices is just a temporary fluctuation, and in the long run, it will bring great benefits to our country and economy."
Comment: Essentially, this move by the US is a typical case of self-interest and double standards: on one hand, they loudly condemn Russia and accuse Iran, but on the other hand, they temporarily open up the trade of Russian oil at sea to stabilize domestic oil prices. They do whatever is beneficial to themselves. On one hand, they claim not to let Russia benefit, but on the other hand, they effectively give Russian oil a green light. The essence is treating the global energy market as their own tool, focusing solely on domestic interests without regard for rules or positions.
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