It says that Russia has imposed a ban on the export of oil and petroleum products to Ukraine. In addition, from June 1st this year, some Russian oil, petroleum products and coal can only be exported to Ukraine with the permission of the Russian Ministry of Economic Development. The resolution shall take effect from the date of promulgation.

On the same day, Medvedev also stated by media, in addition to banning the export of oil and petroleum products to Ukraine, Russia will also ban to import some products from Ukraine, including machinery manufacturing, light industry and metal processing products.

It was reported recently on the izvestia newspaper that the Ukrainian government has decided to expand the list of products imported from Russia. Medvedev said in this regard, recently Ukraine took unfriendly moves against Russia. In this situation, Russia is forced to protect its self-interest and take countermeasures.