Britain threatens ‘largest ever’ sanctions against Russia

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24 Feb, 2025

The UK is preparing to introduce its “largest ever” sanctions package against Russia ahead of the third anniversary of the Ukraine conflict, Foreign Secretary David Lammy has announced.

“This is also the time to turn the screws on Putin’s Russia,” Lammy said in a statement on Sunday. “Tomorrow, I plan to announce the largest package of sanctions against Russia since the early days of the war – eroding their military machine and reducing revenues fueling the fires of destruction in Ukraine.”

Lammy said that the new restrictions would be unveiled in a “critical moment” for Ukraine. “We remain committed to providing £3 billion ($3.78 billion) of military support a year to put Ukraine in the strongest position possible,” he said. Lammy added that, if necessary, he is “ready and willing” to contribute troops as part of peacekeeping forces.

Since the start of the conflict in 2022, the UK has imposed multiple rounds of sanctions on Russia, targeting 1,900 individuals and organizations, as well as key industries and energy exports. 

Source: RT

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