Russian Press Review, June 15

Russian Press Review, June 15

The United States continues to engage in efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict, while maintaining significant influence over both Kiev and European allies; the US and Iran signal readiness to reach a framework agreement to end hostilities; and the European Union has reached consensus on a 21st sanctions package against Russia. These stories topped Monday’s newspaper headlines across Russia.

▪️ Izvestia: US still retains leverage over Europe, Ukraine in peace talks

▪️ Vedomosti: US-Iran deal remains vulnerable to regional flare-ups

▪️ Izvestia: EU achieves consensus on 21st sanctions package against Russia despite doubts over its effectiveness

▪️Kommersant: Investors pull funds from gold as rising US rate expectations weigh heavily on prices

▪️Kommersant: Aluminum prices could rise to $3,700 per ton by year-end amid supply-related risks

Source: Telegram "tassagency_en"