# Lifting all sanctions necessary to normalize Russia-West ties, senior diplomat says

https://mins.news/en/item/111085

- TASS, 2026-10-22 12:31 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2206279

> Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said normalizing Russia’s relations with the United States and Europe depends on lifting every sanction. He said relations cannot develop while it remains unclear where or when sanctions may be applied.