Trump Has Found The Kremlin's Weak Spot
12- 12.02.2026, 8:40
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It could stop the war in Ukraine.
The U.S. administration is stepping up pressure on Russia's allies, such as Iran and Venezuela, to limit the Kremlin's ability to wage war against Ukraine.
This is reported by Fox News.
The strikes on allies' logistics and resources are already affecting Moscow's ability to continue fighting, while simultaneously offering Washington a path to negotiations.
Pressure through Russia's allies
The U.S. is employing a strategy of influencing not only Moscow directly, but also through the Kremlin's partner countries. Iran, Venezuela and other allies provide Russia with resources and circumvent international sanctions by supporting Moscow's military efforts.
Experts note that strikes on the supply chains of these countries are already weakening Russia's ability to continue its aggression.
A former adviser to U.S. special envoy to Ukraine Morgan Murphy said Washington has "taken Venezuela off the chessboard" and is now focused on limiting the influence of Iran, which supplies Moscow with attack drones and other military support.
The role of pressure on mediators
Retired U.S. Air Force General Bruce Carlson emphasized that attacking mediators is a key element of the strategy.
He said Venezuela, Iran and the so-called "shadow fleet" provide Russia with resources for war, and strikes on these channels reduce the Kremlin's economic capabilities and make it harder to fight.
Golden Bridge Offer
Besides pressure, the US is offering Russia a way out of the conflict - a so-called "golden bridge" that includes a return to negotiations and a partial restoration of economic ties.
The Kremlin has so far rejected the initiative, but analysts believe that the further development of the war depends largely on whether Moscow accepts international pressure and agrees to a diplomatic solution.