Putin Calls Trump's New Sanctions an "Unfriendly Act" Russian President Vladimir Putin described the recent U.S. sanctions targeting Russia's major oil companies as a "serious" but "unfriendly act." While acknowledging the sanctions will have consequences, Putin insisted they would not significantly harm Russia's economy. He warned, however, that Russia would respond strongly if Kyiv gains a strategic advantage. These sanctions follow President Trump's frustration over stalled peace talks on Ukraine #putin #trump #sanction