15/10/2014 19:08
Germany to keep sanctions against Russia despite economy slump
German authorities are not considering lifting economic sanctions against Russia despite current economic difficulties, German government spokesperson Steffen Seibert said Wednesday, according to RIA Novosti.
"At the moment, we do not have reasons to consider lifting certain sanctions because of the German economy state," Seibert said, adding that the growth of the domestic economy has indeed slowed down recently.
According to the spokesperson, at first, it was necessary to wait for the implementation of all Minsk agreements.
"Since February, we have been trying to find a way to resolve the Ukrainian crisis politically and diplomatically, taking into account the interests of Ukrainian people. The Minsk agreement is in effect and its provisions need to be observed," Seibert said.
He added that lifting sanctions against Iran because of the economic slump in Germany was out of consideration as well.