Reports of new US sanctions on Russia and strike on Zaporizhzhia - Wednesday brief
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The US is reportedly considering new sanctions against Russia. Meanwhile, Russian troops have struck Zaporizhzhia.
For more details on what happened on Wednesday, December 17, see the report on RBC-Ukraine.
US prepares new sanctions on Russia's energy sector — Bloomberg
The administration of US President Donald Trump is preparing new sanctions against the Russian energy sector.
According to Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the situation, the new sanctions could be imposed as early as next week. They will affect the shadow fleet and even the trading companies that Russia uses to transport raw materials to buyers.
Russia strikes high-rise building in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia: Casualties reported
Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia, causing significant damage to a high-rise building.
Russia also attacked one of the infrastructure facilities of the regional center, and the consequences of the Russian strike are being clarified.
Ukraine regains ground near Kupiansk, controls almost 90% of the city, army chief says
Ukrainian troops pushed Russian troops out of Kupiansk and took control of almost 90% of the city's territory.
Ukraine talks have advanced further than ever, says British Defense Secretary
Progress is being made in negotiations to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. They have advanced further than ever since the start of the conflict, states UK Defense Secretary John Healey.
According to the minister, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is now entering its most critical phase. US efforts to achieve peace are "moving forward."
Zelenskyy responds to Putin’s threats to continue war against Ukraine
The Russian President Vladimir Putin today confirmed that he intends to make the next year a year of war. The United States should take note of this and respond to the Kremlin leader, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s evening address.
