On April 19, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky voiced his criticism regarding recent waivers on sanctions that he argues are advantageous to Russia's military funding.
While he did not specifically mention the United States, it is noted that the Trump administration issued a month-long sanctions waiver that permits the sale of Russian oil and petroleum products currently at sea.
Zelensky's remarks highlight ongoing tensions regarding international sanctions and their effectiveness in limiting resources available to Russia amid the ongoing conflict.