Russia Strategizes Response to Latest Western Sanctions
Russia is currently analyzing the recent Western sanctions, with the Kremlin emphasizing its focus on acting in its own best interests. The United States imposed new sanctions on major Russian oil companies, while the EU unveiled its 19th sanctions package targeting Moscow due to the conflict in Ukraine.
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Russia is carefully evaluating the latest round of Western sanctions, emphasizing its commitment to act in accordance with its own interests, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated on Friday.
The U.S. has introduced new sanctions against Russia's major oil firms, Lukoil and Rosneft, while EU nations approved a 19th sanctions package against Moscow, targeting its continued conflict with Ukraine and including a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports.
Peskov stressed that the Kremlin's primary focus is not targeted actions against others but ensuring the nation's benefit, and they plan to respond accordingly.
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