Latvian Foreign Ministry: Trump's decision on Russian diesel sends Moscow mixed signal on easing sanctions

Latvia's Foreign Ministry expressed concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's decision regarding Russian diesel fuel, stating that it sends a mixed message to Moscow regarding potential easing of sanctions. The ministry, as reported by Ukrinform, emphasized that Latvia, along with the entire European Union, maintains the stance that comprehensive support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia are the most effective means to achieve a lasting and just peace in Ukraine.

The Latvian Foreign Ministry underscored that sanctions are a potent tool in reducing Russia's capacity to wage aggression against Ukraine. They reminded that a meeting of EU foreign affairs ministers is scheduled for October 12, where further sanctions against Russia are anticipated to be endorsed. The Latvian Foreign Ministry reiterated its commitment to supporting Ukraine, the United States, and European countries in their pursuit of a lasting and just peace in Ukraine.

They also urged the United States to tighten sanctions against Russia and commended the U.S. sanctions imposed on Russian payment platforms that had been utilized to circumvent earlier sanctions.