US Treasury Grants Temporary Extension of Russian Crude Waiver Amid Supply Disruptions
By Kimberly Hayek
Published on April 18, 2026.
The US Treasury has extended sanctions for Russia's oil production through mid-May amid global concerns over the Iran war. The extension comes in response to pressure from Asian nations struggling with rising energy costs. The move reverses a previous position by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
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