We need not only direct sanctions against the russian federation, but also punishment for those who help the aggressor to circumvent restrictions, — Kira Rudik

It is the absence of an effective sanctions mechanism that allows russia to bypass restrictions and continue producing weapons. The pressure should become more effective, and everyone who helps the aggressor should be punished. Ukrainian MP and «Golos» party leader Kira Rudik insists on this. «Since the beginning of the full-scale russian invasion, the issue of sanctions has transformed from a real tool of political pressure to a phenomenon that only makes the aggressor smile. It is time to change. It is the absence of an effective sanctions mechanism that allows the russian federation to bypass restrictions and continue producing weapons», — states the leader of «Golos».  The development of a real sanctions mechanism, with secondary sanctions and without loopholes, will become a tool for influencing any aggressor, not just the kremlin.  «This applies not only to russia, but also to other members of the aggressive bloc, such as Iran, North Korea, and China. So when we talk about sanctions, not only direct restrictions against the russian federation should be discussed, but also secondary ones — against those who continue to trade with the aggressor and help them circumvent restrictions. We are waiting for the approval of Senator Lindsey Graham's initiative in Washington, but at the same time, we should work with the Europeans so that the new sanctions package is truly effective», — emphasizes the MP.