The European Commission plans to allow Russia to import sanctioned goods to Kaliningrad, but only in volumes commensurate with supplies before its invasion of Ukraine. It is reported by Der Spiegel, citing sources in the European Commission..

The decision taken will prevent the possible export of Russian products through the Kaliningrad port. The exact volume of goods allowed for transit will be determined by Lithuanian customs documents. In special cases, for example, to repair locks, the volume of transit may be exceeded, but Russia will have to prove each exception, the explanation says..

The decision taken by the European Commission largely reflects the position of the German government.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has repeatedly said that he will do everything in his power to prevent NATO from becoming a party to the war between Russia and Ukraine.. German soldiers are stationed in Lithuania and may be involved in a possible conflict.

According to a Lithuanian representative familiar with the negotiations, Germany has been putting pressure on the European Commission since June 18 so that sanctions do not apply to transit to Kaliningrad..

The publication of the decision of the European Commission is expected in the coming days.