Zakharova ironically commented on Merz's statement about sanctions against Russia

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova ironically commented on the statement by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about the possible imposition of new sanctions against Russia at the end of this month.

"Does he find out about what is happening in the world from last year's newspaper, which is stuffed with summer shoes?" she wrote in her Telegram channel.

Earlier in the day, Merz said that at the European Union (EU) summit on June 26-27, a decision on new sanctions against Russia may be made. He also noted that additional restrictions are needed in relation to the Russian side.

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