24 October 2025

Sanctions against Russia: a noticeable escalation?



Sanctions against Russia: a noticeable escalation?

On October 24, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion on the recent sanctions against Russia’s two oil giants, Rosneft and Lukoil, and their subsidiaries. Amit Bhandari of Gateway House participated in the session, examining how European and American restrictions are affecting Russia’s economy and how they might shape Russia’s political landscape and foreign policy.