U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker told Newsmax on Friday that increasing Western sanctions and allied military support are tightening the strategic noose around Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The European Union adopted its 19th package of sanctions against Russia this week, including a phased ban on liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Russia and new restrictions aimed at Russia’s banks, trade and crypto exchanges.
The EU noted the move was designed to hit key revenue streams for Russia’s war efforts. This marks one of the most significant steps yet in cutting Moscow’s economic lifeline.
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