# Zelensky warns Trump could ease more sanctions on Russia, paving way for ‘gas deals’

https://mins.news/en/item/103146

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-16 13:15 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/zelensky-warns-trump-could-ease-more-sanctions-on-russia/

> Volodymyr Zelensky said the U.S. deal allowing Russian diesel exports risks leading to further sanctions relief and eventually normalized relations with Moscow. He warned that gas deals could follow and voiced concern over frozen Russian assets, as well as possible sanctions easing for banks, individuals and the chemical industry.

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