Putin admits that sanctions have ‘created problems’.
Vladimir Putin has acknowledged that Western sanctions have “created some problems and difficulties” for Russia.
However, the Russian president added that “We will solve them”.
Speaking today, the Russian leader said the West would have imposed sanctions on Russia “no matter what” and said his country will have “increased independence and sovereignty” in the long run.
Since the invasion of Ukraine, Russia has overtaken Iran to become the biggest target of global sanctions, according to new data.
There are now more sanctions against Russia than against Iran, Venezuela, Myanmar and Cuba combined.