Post-Ukraine invasion, the world has stepped up to hit Russia with severe sanctions. However, it's not a complete ban on Russia and that's because many countries want to avoid collateral damage to themselves. For instance, Europe takes in about 40% of it's oil from Russia (source: iea), so if it bans oil from Russia then Europe would take a hit when it comes to energy. But then there are those who say that we should press on with severe sanctions, even on Russian oil, even if that having to pay more for oil.
American actor George Takei mentions just that:
For Debate:
1. Should Americans or anyone be willing to pay more in order to penalize Russia?
2. If not, then under what circumstances would you make this sacrifice of paying more?
American actor George Takei mentions just that:
For Debate:
1. Should Americans or anyone be willing to pay more in order to penalize Russia?
2. If not, then under what circumstances would you make this sacrifice of paying more?