EU Ministers Call for Increased Sanctions on Russia's Faltering Economy

European finance leaders argue that Russia's economic growth is unsustainable and advocate for tougher measures to undermine its war efforts.

Russia's reported economic boom is a facade, driven by unsustainable wartime spending and Soviet-era tactics.
European ministers highlight the depletion of Russia's national wealth fund and extreme economic controls as signs of instability.
Sanctions have strained Russia's economy, but more pressure is needed to cause long-term damage.
Western leaders are urged to close loopholes that allow goods to support Russia's war machine.
Strengthening sanctions on energy, finance, and technology sectors is essential to further weaken Russia's economic resilience.