Tougher sanctions against Russia: Signs of “overheating” of Putin’s economy.. As of: February 24, 2024, 4:45 a.m By: Bona Hyun CommentsPressSplit A bitter setback for the Kremlin: The West is taking tougher action against Putin.

In addition, more and more allies appear to be stopping business with Russia. The Russian economy has “surprised” in terms of growth in view of the sanctions against Moscow in the wake of the Ukraine war.