Game Over: Reuters on Why Trump's Allies Demand 'Knockout' Sanctions Against Putin.

Recent data from Reuters indicates that Republicans in Congress and advisors in the White House are pushing for new sanctions against Russia due to the escalating conflict in Ukraine. American officials have developed a package of economic measures that includes banking and energy sanctions.

Among the options being considered is support for the bill by Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal, which proposes a 500% tariff on goods from countries that buy Russian oil.

President Trump initially agreed to start negotiations for a ceasefire with Putin, but after new attacks on Ukraine, he backed out of the talks. Trump feels the pressure regarding sanctions, but he still hopes for the development of economic partnerships with Russia and views sanctions as an escalation of tensions.

EU Sanctions and Trump's Position

The European Union is also tightening sanctions against Russia, impacting over 130 organizations and individuals. American officials have no objections to these actions by the EU. A senior White House official stated that Trump is considering various ways to pressure Russia and is weighing his options.

Political pressure on President Trump to implement sanctions against Russia is growing from both Republicans in Congress and the European Union. Trump feels the pressure but remains hopeful for the possibility of maintaining economic partnerships with Russia, even though he views new sanctions as an escalation of tensions.