Ekonomické sankce jako nástroj zahraniční politiky

This thesis focuses on the topic of international economic sanctions against the Russian Federation and their impact on the Russian economy. The first chapter is dedicated to the theoretical framework of economic sanctions – their definition, motives for implementation, types, and objectives. The second chapter examines the sanctions imposed on Russia, including their timeline, key actors, classification of sanction packages, and the geopolitical and legal context. The third chapter analyzes the specific effects of sanctions on the Russian economy, including key sectors (energy, banking, defense industry), the investment climate, and macroeconomic indicators such as GDP, inflation, and the exchange rate. The thesis also addresses the socio-economic consequences for the population of the Russian Federation. The aim of the thesis is to evaluate the effectiveness of the sanctions and their long-term impact on the stability and development of the Russian economy.