US Treasury chief: "Business as usual not worked" on Russia Washington prepared to take strong measures

After meeting European Commission Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on X that “business as usual has not worked” in dealing with Russia.

He emphasised that Washington is prepared to take strong measures, but warned that success depends on full European cooperation, Caliber.Az reports.

Bessent added that the United States and the European Union are united on the need to end the war in Ukraine, with all options under consideration as part of the US strategy to support peace negotiations.

“We are willing to take strong measures against Russia, but our European partners must fully join us in this to be successful,” he said.

The comments underline continued US pressure on Europe to adopt coordinated sanctions and diplomatic strategies as the conflict in Ukraine enters its fourth year.

By Aghakazim Guliyev