Russia - Ukraine: Foreign Minister Wadephul toughens tone towards Putin
The foreign minister accuses the Russian president of a brutal attrition tactic. On the sidelines of the UN, he had met his Russian colleague - with no result. Now he is counting on further punitive measures.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has criticized Russia and its President Vladimir Putin for the recent massive attacks on Ukraine, which have resulted in numerous civilian casualties. Wadephul condemned Putin's actions as "unfathomably brutal" and warned of extensive sanctions against Russia. The EU has provided 1.2 billion euros for Ukraine's air defense and is preparing new sanctions against Russia's war economy and its supporters.
The sanctions are expected to target 1,600 additional individuals and companies linked to Russia's military-industrial complex.
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