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US senators discussed a bill on sanctions against Russia, set for consideration in September 2026. During a visit to Kyiv, Senator James Lankford expressed support for Ukraine but could not guarantee swift passage of the sanctions. Senator Richard Blumenthal urged for the urgent adoption of the bill, highlighting its significance in the context of the war in Ukraine.
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US Senators James Lankford and Richard Blumenthal expressed hope that the House of Representatives will consider a sanctions bill against Russia in September. Lankford noted that a specific date has not yet been set, while Blumenthal is confident in the bill's support aimed at increasing economic pressure on Moscow.
During his visit to Kyiv, US Senator James Lankford met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He acknowledged the high level of training among Ukrainian troops but could not guarantee swift passage of a new sanctions package against Russia by the US Congress.
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