<h1>Russia Condemns US Economic Sanctions as Neocolonial and Violations of Sovereignty, Calls for Multilateral Cooperation</h1> Russia accused the US of pursuing a neocolonial policy aimed at maintaining its global hegemony through politically motivated economic sanctions and tariffs targeting Global South countries. Russia condemned these measures as violations of national sovereignty and interference in internal affairs, particularly criticizing recent US tariffs imposed on Russia's partners. Russia expressed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with like-minded nations, including BRICS and its expanded members, to oppose unilateral sanctions and promote a multilateral, equitable world order. The Russian Foreign Ministry highlighted the adverse effects of US policies on global economic growth, supply chains, and trade, accusing Washington of protectionism contrary to previously endorsed free trade principles.