Political scientist Bruter called the reasons for the Swiss sanctions against Russia

“Switzerland is part of the West.

She is under constant pressure on these issues.

It cannot maintain normal relations with the West, primarily with the United States, and this is important for Switzerland, because it is the financial center of Europe, ”the political scientist believes.

According to him, Austria and Hungary have their own position on anti-Russian sanctions.

“Austria is one of the sponsors of Europe, so it can say other things.

The Germans do not like to quarrel with the Austrians, they will try to convince, but they do not start public scandals.

All other countries must "build up," Bruter explained.

Switzerland has added more than 140 individuals and 40 companies from Russia to the sanctions list.

In October, the head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, announced her intention to appoint a special representative for sanctions in the EU.