Boris Johnson criticises Trump's decision to lift Russian fuel sanctions

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 15:38 · Archive

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has criticised US President Donald Trump's decision to lift sanctions on Russian fuel, which is reportedly aimed at helping stabilise global fuel prices. The 62-year-old, who lives near Wallingford in Oxfordshire, called the decision 'sickening'.

Johnson argued that lifting sanctions would effectively help finance Russia's war in Ukraine, while Ukrainians continue to fight for their country's existence. He said: 'It won't work and I doubt it will make much difference to the price of fuel.' He also blamed the spike in fuel prices on the closure of the Strait of Hormuz rather than Russia's actions, and accused US President Trump of 'transparently ridiculous' reasoning.

Johnson accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of continuing attacks which have killed civilians and children and damaged homes and infrastructure across Ukraine. He stated: 'If we want Russian oil and gas back on the world market then let's end this war - with a free, sovereign and independent Ukraine.'

The announcement coincides with Johnson's latest venture: a Ukrainian translation of his memoir, which he said contains 'a lot of Ukraine in it'.

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• Boris Johnson slams 'sickening' deal as his next move announcedFormer UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has slammed a "sickening" deal as his next move was announced.Oxfordshire Guardian · 16 Oct, 15:00
• Boris Johnson slams 'sickening' deal as his next move announcedFormer UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has slammed a "sickening" deal as his next move was announced.Oxford Mail · 16 Oct, 15:00

In this story: Boris Johnson · Donald Trump · Vladimir Putin · Ukraine · Russia · United States

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