Over 500 Targets Hit With Sanctions In Russia Crackdown This Friday – US Throws Down The Gauntlet

Eko Hot Blog reports that in a move marking the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the United States is set to unleash sanctions on more than 500 entities, as revealed by Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo in an exclusive interview with Reuters.

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“These sanctions, in collaboration with other nations, will strike at the heart of Russia’s military industrial complex and entities in third-party countries aiding Russia’s procurement of essential goods,” Adeyemo explained, emphasizing Washington’s commitment to holding Russia accountable for its actions, including the conflict and the tragic demise of opposition figure Alexei Navalny.

Adeyemo underscored the global nature of the action, stating,

“Tomorrow we’ll release hundreds of sanctions just here in the United States, but it’s important to step back and remember that it’s not just America taking these actions.”

This latest round of sanctions adds to the extensive measures already imposed by the United States and its allies in response to Russia’s incursion into Ukraine in 2022, which has resulted in widespread casualties and devastating urban landscapes.

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However, experts caution that sanctions alone might not suffice to deter further aggression from Moscow. Peter Harrell, a former National Security Council official, emphasized the importance of congressional action in providing vital military aid to Ukraine. “What Congress does to pass additional military assistance to Ukraine is going to matter far, far more than anything else they could do on the sanctions front,” Harrell remarked, highlighting the critical role of bolstering Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

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