Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday it was 'impossible' to isolate Moscow and vowed to cut gas and oil deliveries to countries imposing a price cap on supplies.
MSOCOW - Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday it was "impossible" to isolate Moscow and vowed to cut gas and oil deliveries to countries imposing a price cap on supplies.
Putin has repeatedly said that Russia's economy is weathering the barrage of sanctions well, as the Kremlin's ties with the West sink to new lows. "Those who are trying to impose something on us are in no position today to dictate their will," Putin said.Von der Leyen's remarks come days after Russia closed the key Nord Stream pipeline to Europe, saying it would be under repair for an indefinite period of time.
As Moscow seeks to bolster ties with Asia -- especially key ally China -- Putin welcomed the growing role of the Asia-Pacific region in global affairs. The Russian leader is expected next week to hold an in-person meeting with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, who has not left China since 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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