Vladimir Gajić, list holder for "Alternative for Serbia" and president of the People's Party, has stated that advocating for sanctions against Russia is equivalent to supporting an independent Kosovo. He views those pushing for sanctions as effectively working against Serbian interests, implying a direct link between the two issues. Gajić’s statement frames the debate over Russia sanctions within the context of Kosovo’s status, a highly sensitive topic in Serbian politics. He suggests that prioritizing sanctions over Serbian national interests related to Kosovo is a detrimental trade-off. The statement reflects the strong pro-Russia sentiment within certain political factions in Serbia and frames the sanctions debate as a matter of national sovereignty and territorial integrity. This position highlights the complex geopolitical calculations influencing Serbian foreign policy and its relationship with both Russia and the West. His remarks are likely to fuel further debate regarding Serbia’s alignment in the ongoing international conflict in Ukraine.