Russia & Scott Bessent
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Russia: The sanctions waiver allows Russia>>> to continue selling seaborne oil, providing revenue that critics argue helps finance its war against Ukraine>>>.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, the US Treasury Secretary, announced and justified the extension of the sanctions waiver, emphasizing its role in stabilizing global crude markets and aiding vulnerable nations.
May 18, 2026 · 12 articles
International
Russia: Russia is the source of oil for India, and while the waiver allows continued purchases, the US states it will not provide significant financial benefit to the Russian government.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the United States Secretary of the Treasury, announced the 30-day waiver for India to purchase Russian oil, emphasizing India's role as an essential partner.
Mar 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Russia: Russia is a potential buyer of Iranian oil and could be affected by U.S. threats against countries aiding Iran. It may face secondary sanctions but has not been explicitly named.
Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, Bessent is the public face of the economic campaign, threatening secondary sanctions and coordinating allies. His actions could affect US financial relations.
Aug 06, 2026 · 325 articles
International
Russia: Russia benefits from increased Indian demand for its crude, but is not directly involved in the crisis.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary Bessent vowed unprecedented economic isolation measures against Iran, targeting its trading partners.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
International
Russia: Russia is a major oil supplier to China, but Chinese teapots are looking beyond Russia and Iran due to thin Iranian availability, though Russia may still benefit from increased demand.
Scott Bessent: As US Treasury Secretary, Bessent threatened Iran with 'the toughest sanctions in history,' escalating pressure and adding uncertainty to oil markets.
Aug 21, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Russia: The United States is pressuring China to combat illicit finance that could slow the flow of military technologies to Russia for its war in Ukraine, making Russia an indirect factor in the discussions.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, is a key figure in the ongoing trade and economic discussions between the United States and China, aiming to maintain a trade truce and address issues like ByteDance — TikTok Shop's ownership and money laundering.
Sep 12, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Russia: Russia is a major oil producer that may benefit from higher prices, but its exports are also affected by the conflict and sanctions.
Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, Bessent has imposed sanctions on Iran and commented on the economic impact of the war.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
Russia: Russia denounced NATO decisions as potentially catastrophic and warned of armed conflict.
Scott Bessent: Bessent was ordered by Trump to halt trade with Spain and tasked with preparing an embargo.
Apr 20, 2026 · 160 articles
International
Russia: Russia was cited as a long-term threat, with NATO increasing defense spending and supporting Ukraine. The Kremlin watched the summit closely but remained defiant.
Scott Bessent: Bessent was mentioned as working on sanctions relief for Turkey.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
International
Russia: Refining sector battered by Ukrainian drone attacks, leading to diesel export ban and domestic fuel shortages.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary Bessent threatened economic isolation for Iran, adding to pressure.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
International
Russia: Russia is mentioned as a potential acceptable third party to take possession of Iran's enriched uranium, due to its close relations with Tehran.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, predicted that oil prices could come down quickly once a deal between the US and Iran is finalized, indicating the economic impact of the negotiations.
May 27, 2026 · 101 articles
International
Russia: Russia benefits from India's continued purchases of its crude oil, maintaining a significant market for its exports amidst Western sanctions and potentially selling at a premium due to altered global oil dynamics.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, had previously indicated that the US waiver would not be renewed, though a short-term extension was later issued.
May 18, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Russia: Russia is gaining from the Iran war due to increased fossil fuel prices, and the US decision to extend a sanctions waiver for Russian seaborne oil has caused tension within the G7.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, reassured about the temporary nature of the sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Russia: Russian oil cargoes are subject to US sanctions waivers, which have been extended to address global energy prices.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, United States>>> Treasury Secretary, has vowed to use Iranian funds to pay for damage caused to Gulf allies and to offset tolls paid to the Persian Gulf Strait Authority.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Russia: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Russia to strengthen the partnership between the two nations.
Scott Bessent: As U.S. Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent commented on the slow removal of the U.S. blockade, providing insight into potential economic aspects of a deal.
May 24, 2026 · 104 articles
Domestic
Russia: Russia>>>'s ongoing war on Ukraine is one of the foreign policy challenges the United States>>> faces, which the new DNI will need to address.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent>>> reportedly had a heated confrontation with Bill Pulte>>>, threatening him over alleged negative remarks made to Donald Trump>>>.
Apr 20, 2026 · 295 articles
International
Russia: Russia's neutrality during the US-Iran war was acknowledged by Donald Trump, who expressed gratitude for their non-interference. Russia maintains close ties with Tehran.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, has stated that Iran will invoice its oil sales in US dollars, indicating a shift in Washington's financial policy towards Tehran.
Apr 20, 2026 · 430 articles
Domestic
Russia: The Senate advanced a sanctions package against Russia as a final gesture for Graham.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary; declined interest in Senate seat.
Jul 12, 2026 · 283 articles
Domestic
Russia: Russia>>> is engaged in a conflict with Ukraine>>>, which the United States — United States House of Representatives>>> is seeking to support Ukraine>>> against.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, the Treasury Secretary, refused to comment on whether Donald Trump>>> remains exempt from IRS audits, leading to frustration from Democratic lawmakers.
Jun 03, 2026 · 118 articles
International
Russia: Russia has called on the US and Iran to continue talking and avoid sliding back into armed conflict.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, outlined red lines for any agreement with Iran, including reopening Hormuz, surrendering enriched uranium, and ending its nuclear program.
May 27, 2026 · 338 articles
International
Russia: Russia is reportedly assisting Iran in restarting the production of critical weapons systems.
Scott Bessent: As US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent has reiterated Trump's 'red lines' for a deal and has threatened to 'aggressively target' Oman if it facilitates tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, indicating the US stance on sanctions and maritime freedom.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
Russia: Russia, as an OPEC+ member, has called for de-escalation and is affected by Ukrainian attacks on its infrastructure. It is a secondary player.
Scott Bessent: US Treasury Secretary hinted at a possible deal, indicating economic considerations in the negotiations.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
International
Russia: Russia is mentioned as the location where Iran's ambassador made the statements, but Russia's direct involvement in the Strait of Hormuz fee dispute is not detailed.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, is exploring ways to use frozen Iranian assets to aid Gulf allies, indicating a strategic financial move by the US.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
Russia: Russia is a longstanding ally of Iran, with President Vladimir Putin offering words of support to Abbas Araghchi during his visit.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, stated that the US naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Russia: The United States>>> passed legislation to impose more sanctions on Russia>>>.
Scott Bessent: As US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent>>> believes elevated yields and inflation are transient and will subside when the conflict ends and the Strait of Hormuz>>> reopens.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Russia: Russia>>> is a potential third country where Iran's>>> highly enriched uranium might be transferred as part of the deal.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, declined to confirm an agreement, emphasizing that the decision rests with President Donald Trump.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
Russia: Russia is reportedly assisting Iran in restarting the production of critical weapons systems.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, expressed confidence that India and the United States would resolve their trade differences, despite concerns over India's oil trade with Russia.
Sep 02, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, is proposing looser regulations for the United States — Financial Stability Oversight Council, aiming to reduce what he considers burdensome regulations.
Dec 11, 2025 · 7 articles
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