The authors of the new package of sanctions against Russia, approved by the US Senate, pursue several goals.

Such an opinion in the article on the "Observer" was expressed by the Russian political scientist Lilia Shevtsova.

"First, he must limit the actions of President Trump in foreign policy and, above all, in US relations with Russia. Secondly, take a step in the direction of creating a consensus of both parties with respect to the White House. In short, to give a sign that both parties are moving in the direction of "disapproval" of Trump's behavior. Third, to strengthen the policy of deterrence against Russia and to respond to Moscow's interference in the electoral process within the United States. Fourth, to expand the capabilities of the US in the conquest of the European energy market and drive out Russia, "Shevtsova writes.

"I will clarify the last: new sanctions should prevent the participation of Western campaigns in the financing and construction of Russian gas pipelines" going "to Europe. There are a number of other motivations in the adoption of the package, however, less significant, "she said..

Shevtsova does not doubt that the package of sanctions will overcome the entire procedure of approvals and will come into force. At the same time, the expert noted that in Washington there are serious forces that, although they can not prevent the adoption of the package, will try to mitigate its effectiveness.

"This, in particular, the State Department, headed by Rex Tillerson. He believes that the new sanctions prevent him from talking with Moscow on pressing issues, particularly on Syria and the fight against terrorism, "she explained..

"In addition, we see an unprecedented outburst of indignation in Germany and Austria (partly also in France as well) that have already approved participation in the North Stream-2 project and which must drive gas to Europe, bypassing Ukraine. German and Austrian campaigns have already been financially "invested" in the project. It is planned that their participation will be estimated at $ 4.5 billion. A lot of money! And those who invested in a joint project with Gazprom no longer want American tankers with reduced gas to enter European ports, "Shevtsova added..

As reported by the Observer, earlier US senators reached an agreement to expand the sanctions regime against Russian citizens and corporations in response to Russian actions in Ukraine, cyber attacks during the presidential elections in the United States and the Syrian campaign of Russia. The authors of the bill also accuse Russia of violating human rights, delivering weapons to Syrian regime Bashar Assad and interfering in the presidential campaign in the United States. The bill includes a provision granting Congress the right to reject any attempt by the administration of Donald Trump to weaken the sanctions regime.

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