US Allies Cannot Demand Increased Pressure on Russia, Says Whitaker

US allies cannot demand increased pressure on Russia, stated the US Permanent Representative Matthew Whitaker. He emphasized that these allies cannot insist that Washington intensifies its pressure on Moscow while continuing to purchase Russian oil.

"They cannot demand that the United States take the first step if they are not willing to do so and continue to buy oil from Russia," he said during an appearance on Fox News, commenting on the possibility of enhancing pressure on Russia.