Peskov: new U.S. sanctions not reason to abandon relations

New U.S. sanctions imposed against Russia complicate the reinstatement of Russian-U.S. ties relations, but it should not be a reason for abandoning relations, Russian Presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

According to him, despite by variously voiced particularities on behalf of the U.S. president, Moscow still need to stay focused on its interests.

"Our interests are focused on building good relations with all countries, including the United States," Peskov said.

The Kremlin spokesman noted that the U.S. steps made earlier were definitely unfriendly, they really harmed prospects regarding Russia-U.S. relations reinstatement.

"However, this does not mean that we should abandon such aspired perspectives. We must stick to what is beneficial to us," Peskov said.