30 Jun 2016 19:57

Russian govt members to propose measures for lifting food embargo on Turkey - Medvedev

MOSCOW. June 30 (Interfax) - Aspects of lifting the food embargo on Turkey need additional consideration, and Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev is expecting related proposals from cabinet members.

"We should consider matters related to the lifting of the food embargo and a whole set of other measures envisaged by the order [of the president on special measures against Turkey]. I am expecting government members to make proposals regarding these issues," he said at a government meeting.

"These decisions require a more thorough consideration," the premier said.