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Western sanctions against Russia are not working and actually harm Italy. Matteo Salvini, the leader of Italy’s far-right League party.

Speaking at a conference of political leaders Sunday on Lake Como, Salvini said the sanctions meant to punish Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine had in fact helped Russia, resulting in an export surplus of $140 billion, during the year ending July 2022.

“I would not want the sanctions to harm those who impose them more than those who are hit by them.” 

Salvini’s remarks come just weeks before Italians head to the polls on September 25 in a national election in which a right-wing coalition that includes the League is expected to win. His comments could therefore raise concerns about the future government’s resolve against Russia. 
Is there a European split in Biden's unsuccessful sanctions against Russia? Just a thought.