Trump and his oil-and-coal oligarchy should face sanctions for its war on the environment | Alexander Hurst

Europe sanctioned Russian billionaires due to their ties to the Russian state's aggression in Ukraine. This action aimed to disrupt the corrupt system supporting the war. The text argues for similar repercussions against those complicit in environmental destruction. The US-Israel conflict with Iran is causing severe ecological damage, including pollution and increased emissions. This immediate conflict masks an ongoing environmental war led by the US under Donald Trump's administration. The sanctions against Russian oligarchs focused on their collective role, not individual guilt. Their wealth and influence were seen as intertwined with the Russian government's power structure. The sanctions imposed travel bans and asset seizures to weaken the regime. The author highlights the need for accountability for environmental crimes and those enabling them. The central argument is for a broader application of sanctions to address ecological damage. The text points to the urgency of environmental protection in all conflicts.