Event Brief
Bessent blames Ukraine for high energy prices
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 03, 2026 at 3:07 PM ET
Summary: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil infrastructure are contributing to a global energy shock. He made the claim after meeting with Russia’s finance minister, and said the shock is driven mainly by the US war with Iran.
WHO: Scott Bessent
WHAT: Bessent blamed Ukraine for contributing to a global energy shock affecting energy prices.
WHEN: Sep 03, 2026 at 2:09 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Bessent was reacting to the energy price situation and attributing it to Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil infrastructure.
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