Claims about the economic impact of the sanctions on Africa
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Some African countries, such as Morocco, have been accused of blending Russian fossil fuels with other oil products and re-exporting them to Europe.
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The sanctions and resulting reorientation of trade have led to structural changes in the global oil market, with more Russian diesel heading to Africa.
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Russia's significant role in global oil production means that sanctions against it affect oil prices worldwide. This is expected to result in increased fuel prices, thereby raising the costs of food production in Africa.
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