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Sweden announces sanctions against Russia

The US may turn its attention to Sweden as a target for sanctions

Sweden announces sanctions against Russia

At the security conference in Sälen, Sweden's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry Ebba Busch openly stated that after Greenland, U.S. President Donald Trump might turn his close attention to Sweden due to its vast reserves of rare earth metals. According to Busch, the country intends to demand new sanctions against Russia. She said these measures would help increase pressure on the Russian economy. In response to Busch's remarks, representatives in Sälen noted that the U.S. is already considering expanding sanctions against Russia.

Context

New sanctions against Russia are already attracting attention from EU countries, and Sweden is considering the possibility of increasing pressure.

Summary:

Sweden announced its intention to seek new sanctions against Russia, which could attract U.S. attention and raise questions about the impact on Europe.