Ukraine and the World – Against russia’s Aggression. Sanctions in Action

“The shocking scenes emerging from Shostka railway station highlight russia’s reckless and continued willingness to target civilians. The EU and its global partners must continue ramping up the pressure on russia until it finally accepts a just and lasting peace,” said President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.

“russia is masking its failed summer offensive with terror attacks on the Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure... russia will not stop until it is forced to,” said EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas, commenting on russia’s latest air strikes on Ukraine.

President of Moldova Maia Sandu has called on the international community to provide faster and greater support to Ukraine amid russian attacks.

“The kremlin continues to pursue its terrorist goals: to freeze, starve, and terrorize the nation into surrender. russia will not seek peace unless it is forced to do so,” said Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Kęstutis Budrys.

Imports of new cars to russia decreased by 68 % in September. All in all, the new car market in russia has shrunk by 25 % in 10 months compared to last year.

In russia, the cost of car parts may jump by 10–15 % at the beginning of next year due to the weakening of the ruble.

The Central Bank of the rf has acknowledged that the decline in inflation expectations may be slower due to rising petrol prices and the upcoming increase in the VAT rate. In particular, the planned increase in the VAT rate from 20 % to 22 % could add 0.6–0.7 % to inflation in late 2025 – early 2026.

The rf has begun to sell fuel by coupons or fuel cards. Announcements have appeared at a number of filling stations stating that petrol is only sold by coupons or fuel cards. In the Altai Territory, even fire trucks are lining up.

russian priests are demanding that the media refrain from using the abbreviation “roc” when referring to the russian orthodox church.

Over the past 30 years, potato cultivation in belarus has decreased 4.5 times. In 1992, potatoes were planted on 779,000 hectares of belarusian land, while in 2022 – only on 173,000 hectares.

Prices for electric cars will rise in belarus, as the quota for duty-free imports of electric cars has been used up since October 1. Currently, the duty on electric cars will be 15 %.