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Transport of goods through Lithuania to the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad could return to normal within days. Information has been disclosed to Reuters Two sources familiar with the case say that the European authorities are seeking an understanding with Lithuania to resolve the conflict with Russia.
Since June 17, Lithuanian authorities have been partially blocking the shipment of goods to the enclave, which relies on rail and road networks across Lithuania to do much of the freight transport.
This measure, justified by the fourth package of EU sanctions against Russia, affected the industrial sector, including the transport of coal, minerals and building materials, and became The focus of tension with the Kremlin.
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Russian leaders accuse Lithuania of taking “unprecedented” measures what or what constitute a “violation of international law”. However, the Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs ensures that it does not apply any individual punishment against Moscow, stating that it applies only the measures issued by Brussels.
According to sources to Reuters, who spoke on condition of anonymity, negotiations are underway to exempt the region from sanctions. One says that despite the West’s commitment to continue supporting Ukraine, it has proven difficult to maintain restrictive sanctions.
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