Expert makes it clear: “From Putin’s point of view, peace makes no sense”. As of: February 9, 2024, 12:05 p.m By: Andreas Höß CommentsPressSplit Vladimir Putin inspecting a sniper rifle © Mikhail Metzel Despite the war in Ukraine and sanctions, the Russian economy is recording considerable growth.

An economic expert explains. Oxford – On February 24, 2022, Russia started the Ukraine war. In response, the EU has imposed massive sanctions against 2,000 institutions, but also individuals such as President Vladimir Putin, prominent businessmen and oligarchs.