EU Implements New Sanctions Framework Targeting Russian Hybrid Attacks
The EU Council has established a new legal framework enabling sanctions against Russia for hybrid attacks targeting EU member states
Vladimir Putin stated his position on sanctions against Russia, possible war and economic sovereignty on Saturday.
"This world order will never suit Russia…But we are not going to wage war on anyone, we are going to cooperate will all," he said during a meeting with labor unions, Reuters reported.
In his opinion, one incontestable leader in the world is attempting to dictate what others are allowed to do, and thus to restrain Russia's development.
Putin further mentioned that economic sanctions, although creating certain difficulties , clearly can't be efficient when it comes to a country of Russia's size. He said that achieving economic sovereignty will be a priority from now on.
The comments were in response to accusations by Kiev and the EU regarding Russia's possible influence in the ignition of the rebellions in the eastern part of Ukraine. Allegations have been denied by government officials.
Meanhwile, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Francois Hollande paid visits to both Russia and Ukraine in an attempt to secure a peace resolution to the conflict on Thursday and Friday.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has accused the West of intentionally escalating the conflict in Ukraine
Israeli forces executed strikes near the Syrian coast yesterday, with explosions reported in the vicinity of the Russian-operated Khmeimim Air Base
Russian state expenditure on national defense is set to rise by 23% in 2025, reaching 13.5 trillion roubles
Western media outlets, including Reuters, Sky News, and the Times, have reported that there is credible evidence indicating that Chinese companies are supplying military drones to Russia for use in the war in Ukraine
In a significant statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a nuclear warning to the West, asserting that Russia could resort to nuclear weapons if attacked
The Kremlin declared today that pressuring Russia into a peace agreement would be a "fatal mistake," dismissing remarks made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the United Nations
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