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Allies Urge Tougher Sanctions to Pressure Russia’s War Efforts

10/11/2025

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Kyiv's allies push for intensified economic pressure on Russia to alter its war strategy.
Experts advocate smarter sanctions, noting existing measures have not deterred Moscow.
A proposed 500% tariff on Russian energy exports would cripple the economy, with a 20–30% tariff potentially funding Ukraine's defense.
The European Union is considering using frozen Russian assets to back a €140 billion loan to Ukraine, contingent on future reparations.

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Kyiv's allies push for intensified economic pressure on Russia to alter its war strategy.
Experts advocate smarter sanctions, noting existing measures have not deterred Moscow.
A proposed 500% tariff on Russian energy exports would cripple the economy, with a 20–30% tariff potentially funding Ukraine's defense.
The European Union is considering using frozen Russian assets to back a €140 billion loan to Ukraine, contingent on future reparations.