Amidst reports that the U.S. may be considering loosening sanctions on Russia’s Direct Investment Fund, the Financial Times, citing people with knowledge on the matter, has repo…

Amidst reports that the U.S. may be considering loosening sanctions on Russia’s Direct Investment Fund, the Financial Times, citing people with knowledge on the matter, has reported that the Trump administration has discussed with the…
Assessment
The Financial Times report signals a possible shift in US Russia policy under Trump, with direct talks about resuming eastward activity that sanctions halted. At stake is the credibility of the sanctions regime and potential economic leverage. Watch whether the Kremlin secures sanctions relief without proportional concessions.

