Energy Policy

Lukoil Forced to Offload International Assets Amid Trump’s Strategic Sanctions

By Economics Desk | October 28, 2025

Under President Trump’s decisive sanctions, Lukoil moves to sell overseas assets, striking a blow against Russia’s war machine and safeguarding American energy interests.

In a stark demonstration of how America’s economic muscle can shape global geopolitics, Russian oil powerhouse Lukoil announced plans to divest its international holdings following stringent U.S. sanctions. This move is not just a business decision—it is a direct consequence of President Donald Trump’s firm stance against Russia’s aggression in Ukraine, reinforcing the principle that national sovereignty and freedom demand accountability from those who threaten global peace. How Strong Sanctions Protect American Interests Lukoil controls oil and gas projects across 11 countries, including key refineries in Bulgaria, Romania, and the Netherlands. Yet the recent sanctions targeting Lukoil and Rosneft—the largest...

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