Russia imposes economic sanctions on Turkey

moscow - Russia Turkey imposes a series of economic sanctions following the shooting last week of a Russian fighter at the Turkish- Syrian border. President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree to this end Saturday.

The earlier an anticipated sanctions measures include a prohibition or restriction of imports of certain Turkish goods. In addition, some Turkish companies will have to limit their activities in Russia and Russian tour operators may offer no more trips to Turkey. Airlines will also have to give up their charter flights between Russia and Turkey.