In the war between Iran, Israel, and the US, Russia is emerging as the biggest winner. After Iran gained control of the Strait of Hormuz, Trump decided to ease oil sanctions against Russia. The US, which had previously announced it would impose sanctions on countries buying Russian oil, is now beginning to release those countries. As the war drags on, the USA will begin to give up many more things.
According to BBC news, the US announced it will ease sanctions on other countries buying Russian oil and oil loaded onto ships at sea, in order to prevent price increases.
This comes after three more cargo ships were attacked in the Gulf on Thursday, causing the cost of oil to rise again above $100 per barrel.
Meanwhile, Russia has also reaped the rewards of remaining neutral in the war. While secretly supporting Iran, Russia has not openly taken a stand against US-Israeli attacks and, by remaining silent, has effectively approved of the attacks.
In any case, we will see if Trump’s latest decision to ease sanctions will allow the world to breathe a sigh of relief. …
BBC/ Bymigrant