The decision of the Slovak parliament, which spoke against the continuation of Russia sanctions, sets a precedent that could have far-reaching consequences, Russian Federation Council Deputy Speaker Konstantin Kosachev said.
"A very important decision, since it was adopted by parliament in a state with a parliamentary form of government and by a solid majority of lawmakers... This is, of course, a precedent that could have far-reaching consequences," Kosachev told Sputnik.
He said that in accordance with the document, the government will be obliged to follow the decision, including when voting in European Union organizations.