Germany's Subtle Support for Russia

Despite sanctions, Germany appears to maintain a covert economic relationship with Russia. Evidence suggests that Russian access to Western technology and components persists, particularly in military applications.

Researcher Bilousova highlights the troubling circumvention of export bans on dual-use goods. German companies express concern over Russia's increasing influence within the German economy and the engagement of Russian-origin employees.

This growing network raises alarms about the effectiveness of sanctions, as Russia seemingly finds ways to navigate around them. The situation underscores the complexities of international economic relations and the ongoing challenges in enforcing sanctions.