“As long as there is no existential threat to Serbia, to its citizens, we will not (impose anti-Russian sanctions. -

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), we will pursue an independent policy that we have determined by the decisions of the Security Council,” RIA Novosti quoted him as saying on TV Prva.

Vučić explained that if the situation changes, he will address the citizens of Serbia.

“Ask me if this moment has come, I think not.

I am proud that we have been pursuing an independent policy for 240 days,” he concluded.

Russian leader Vladimir Putin earlier announced Russia's intention to continue deepening cooperation with Serbia.

Vučić has said that Belgrade will not impose sanctions on Russia as long as it can withstand the pressure.

He stressed that Belgrade expects to withstand pressure from outside.