“Local officials admit that anti-Russian sanctions in the energy sector lead to instability in the hydrocarbon market and increase the cost of fuel.
We call on our American colleagues to abandon such a counterproductive course.
The pressure measures will not achieve their goals, ”the diplomatic mission said in a Facebook statement*.
The embassy drew attention to the strengthening of the ruble, indicating the stability of the Russian financial sector and the economy of the state as a whole.
In conclusion, Russian diplomats recommended that the US authorities "direct their irrepressible energy" to solving their own problems in the region.
US President Joe Biden said earlier that Washington is open to the introduction of new sanctions against Russia and will consult on this issue with members of the G7.
According to Bloomberg, citing diplomats, the EU plans to complete work on the sixth package of anti-Russian sanctions by May 9.
* Meta product, activity recognized as extremist, banned in Russia by decision of the Tverskoy Court of Moscow dated 03/21/2022.