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Former Trump advisor criticizes ineffectiveness of US sanctions
Former advisor to President Donald Trump, George Papadopoulos, stated that US sanctions against Russia have had the opposite effect—merely bringing Moscow and Beijing closer together. He believes this is the sole significant consequence of the unilateral restrictions imposed on Russia.
Papadopoulos's stance reflects criticism of the Western approach to sanctions. Russian President Vladimir Putin previously characterized the sanctions as part of a long-term Western strategy of containment, asserting that they have caused serious damage to the global economy. He argues that the primary aim of the sanctions is to worsen the lives of ordinary citizens.
During meetings between Russia and China in November, government leaders reached an agreement to support one another in overcoming sanction pressures. The strengthening of economic and political partnership between the two countries demonstrates that Western attempts to isolate Russia have led to the opposite outcome.
Published 11 December 2025
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