Milan, Sept. 19 (LaPresse) – “Our economic analysis is clear: the sanctions are having a strong impact on the Russian economy,” said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen while presenting the 19th sanctions package against Russia. “The interest rate is at 17%. Inflation remains consistently high,” she added. “Russia’s access to financing and revenues is steadily decreasing. And Russia’s overheated war economy is reaching its limits.” She also emphasized, “Even more interesting is that, speaking with partners who engage with Russia, they report that one of Russia’s top requests is the easing of sanctions.”