In a post written in English on social media, Tusk highlighted the widening consequences of the conflict, stating that the situation is causing geopolitical and economic ripple effects well beyond the region.
"The conflict continues, chaos is growing, and oil prices are rising,” Tusk wrote. “Washington may lift sanctions on Russian oil — so who is the real winner here?"
The Polish prime minister’s remarks followed the United States’ announcement of a temporary suspension of sanctions affecting Russian oil sales to India. On Thursday, March 5, Washington said it would pause the restrictions as part of a broader review of pressures in global energy markets.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said further easing of the sanctions remains possible, signaling that the United States could take additional steps if global energy stability requires it.
The comments come against the backdrop of a rapidly escalating conflict following a major military operation carried out by the United States and Israel. On Saturday, February 28, the two allies launched coordinated strikes on Iran that killed the country’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, along with several other senior Iranian officials.
Tehran responded with retaliatory strikes targeting U.S. military bases in the region, significantly raising tensions across the Middle East.
The security situation has already disrupted international travel. Several airlines have cancelled flights to parts of the region amid concerns about safety and potential further escalation.
The intensifying conflict has also unsettled global energy markets, pushing oil prices higher and increasing fears of broader economic fallout.
(aj)
SOURCE: IAR