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Russia's Finance Ministry announced Tuesday that the publication of budget data was restricted to protect the country from new Western sanctions.
It said Western countries continue to create pressure by imposing sanctions on Russia and the decision would reduce the risks of new sanctions.
After the beginning of the Russian war on Ukraine on Feb. 24, Western countries, especially EU members and the US, have imposed several sanctions on Russia.
Numerous major companies, from automotive to textile and food, decided to stop or suspend activities in the country./aa