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Global financial stability

Sanctions aim to limit Russia's ability to fund its war and destabilise global markets. When countries like Britain strengthen their enforcement, it sends a clear message. It’s part of a coordinated international effort to pressure Russia, affecting global trade and financial flows, and aiming for a more stable world.

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