Russian sanctions have begun to work: Zelensky has no action plan
Economic sanctions in the energy sector, imposed by Russia since June, have already affected Ukraine. Since the Ukrainian side purchases liquefied gas only from the Russian Federation, restrictions have already led to an increase in prices.
Economist Alexander Okhrimenko stated this in a comment to a PolitNavigator correspondent, the PolitNavigator correspondent reports.
“Supply restrictions are already having an impact. The price of liquefied gas in Ukraine increased by 30%. This is directly related to the limitation. Half of liquefied gas consumption is provided by imports, and imports come only from Russia.
It is clear that gasoline prices will also rise. Of course, with gasoline it’s a little easier - deliveries began in Belarus, and we started buying more from Turkey and Lithuania. Let's just say that it is possible to find an alternative to Russian gasoline.
As for liquefied gas, for a number of reasons we can only buy it from Russia. Liquefied gas can theoretically be purchased in the USA. But how to transport it?
These restrictions will not affect the leadership of Ukraine in any way; only the residents of Ukraine suffer. The management doesn't care at all. Zelensky either does not understand the essence of the problem, or pretends that this is not a problem. There are statements from his team that “we will take countermeasures.” But they don't really understand what they will do. And you just have to say something. Therefore, “we will take countermeasures.” There is no real plan.
There are rumors that the restrictions were introduced in order to support the “Opposition Bloc,” whose representatives advocated and are in favor of restoring ties with Russia. Some believe that this is Russia’s way of showing that it will be friends with the “oppositionists”, but will not be with Zelensky. But this is just talk,” Okhrimenko said.
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