Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the sanctions against his country greatly undermine Russia-US relations, reported RIA Novosti news agency of Russia.
“Sanctions, as a rule, have a boomerang effect, and they undoubtedly lead the Russian-American relations to an impasse. I’m confident that this undermines the strategic long-term national interests of the American state and nation,” Putin told reporters.
He also regretted that his American associates are going on that road.
“But our doors are not closed before the negotiation process. I hope sound judgment, the wish to handle problems diplomatically will be a priority,” the Russian president added.