Synopsis
In a move signaling escalating tensions, Russia has sanctioned 21 British lawmakers in response to perceived hostile actions from the UK government. This decision reflects ongoing confrontations between the two nations amid the Ukraine conflict.Key Takeaways
- Russia has added 21 British lawmakers to its sanctions list.
- The sanctions are a reaction to UK policies aimed at undermining Russian influence.
- London's continued arms supply to Ukraine has intensified retaliatory measures.
- Russia's Foreign Ministry criticizes hostile statements from UK officials.
- The situation underscores growing tensions in international relations.
Moscow, April 23 (NationPress) Russia has enacted retaliatory sanctions against 21 British parliamentarians, as announced by the country's Foreign Ministry on Wednesday.
In response to London's persistent confrontational policies, which aim to demonize our nation, concoct numerous anti-Russian narratives to diminish Moscow's global influence, and continually supply arms to the neo-Nazi regime in Kiev, a decision has been reached to add several members of the UK Parliament to the Russian stop list, according to the statement that identifies these 21 officials.
The Ministry indicated that efforts to broaden the Russian stop list will proceed.
This decision is a direct reaction to London's confrontational stance, its attempts to fabricate anti-Russian stories, weaken Moscow's influence internationally, and its ongoing provision of arms to Ukraine, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Consequently, Russia has included 21 British lawmakers in its stop list, barring these officials from entering the country.
The anti-Russian sanctions imposed by Britain and the aggressive rhetoric from British officials demonstrate that London is committed to a path of open confrontation with Russia, the Ministry stated.
The Foreign Ministry pointed out that London's hostile remarks undermine bilateral cooperation, asserting that Moscow will vigilantly observe the situation and draw suitable conclusions.
As per the Ministry, Russophobia and the intent to dismantle Russian statehood are intrinsic aspects of UK foreign policy, which is entirely devoted to causing maximum damage to Russian national interests.
Hostile statements and unfounded allegations from members of the UK Parliament, including calls for the seizure of Russian assets that are 'immobilized' in Western jurisdictions, not only endorse London's antagonistic policies but are also exploited by adversaries of respectful dialogue with Russia to damage the foundation of bilateral cooperation.
The comprehensive nature of the anti-Russian sanctions imposed by the UK and the frantic statements from officials of that country, which are filled with threats mixed with lies and blatant rudeness directed at us, indicate that London has no intention of retreating from its choice for open confrontation with Russia.
