The US refuses to recognize Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism but is discussing better ways to bring it to justice.

Washington does not plan to include the Russian Federation in the list of countries sponsoring terrorism, said US State Department spokesman, Matthew Miller.

“We believe there are more effective ways to hold Russia accountable for its actions,” he said.

The official pointed out that the US regularly imposes sanctions against Russian officials and companies to control exports, which weaken the Russian military machine.

It should be noted that last week the US prepared a bipartisan bill recognizing Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism. The document was submitted by Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and Democrat Richard Blumenthal, who believe that giving Russia this status will “significantly increase the tools available to the US to punish” the Russian dictator for his war in Ukraine.

Graham believes that after Russia agreed on a military alliance with North Korea, the US no longer needs to exercise restraint. However, the White House does not support the initiative.