In response to sanctions, Russia affirms that it is discussing openly, 'cannot just make hasty decisions'

On September 14, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said that Moscow does not rule out the possibility of ending exports of uranium, titanium and nickel to the United States, however, the consequences of such measures will be carefully considered before making a decision.

Faced with economic sanctions, Russia has said it cannot rule out any tough retaliation. (Source: Shutterstock)

"There may be various economic countermeasures to the sanctions pressure. The fact that this issue is being discussed publicly is a signal in itself," Ryabkov told reporters.

We are looking at the pros and cons, assessing the consequences of this, we cannot just make a hasty decision.”

Affirming that Russian President Vladimir Putin and the government should not let emotions dominate in this area to avoid making regrettable decisions, Mr. Ryabkov stated: "Therefore, let's see how things will go further. But we cannot rule out any tough retaliatory measures."

The severity of Russia's response "will be maximum," the Russian deputy foreign minister warned.

Earlier, on September 11, speaking at a government meeting, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the supply of some goods to the country is being limited and the government needs to consider imposing certain restrictions on some goods that Moscow exports to the world market in large quantities such as uranium, titanium and nickel.

However, at the Kremlin's regular press conference on September 13, spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the ban on metal exports was only a proposal.

Mr. Peskov said that President Putin's statement was just a proposal for the authorities to study, so as not to affect national interests in the context of Moscow being imposed economic sanctions by the West. The Russian government has not yet taken specific measures on this issue.

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