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Sybiha at EU Council calls for immediate action: "Sanctions against Russia cannot be postponed any longer" At a meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called on the allies to take concrete actions to strengthen Ukraine, strengthen collective defense and increase transatlantic pressure on Russia. 346 2 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Fico refuses to unblock 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia: Respect Slovakia’s interests Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico refused to unconditionally unblock the 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia. 3 841 32 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia Slovakia blocks EU decision 
On July 13, EU ambassadors will again discuss 18th package of sanctions against Russia and US tariffs Today, July 13, at an extraordinary meeting of the EU Committee of Permanent Representatives (Coreper) in Brussels, EU ambassadors plan to discuss the draft 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia, as well as US tariffs for the EU. 591 1 Previously in trend: Trumps tariffs EU sanctions against Russia 
Slovakia continues blocking EU’s 18th sanctions package against Russia – media On Friday, July 11, EU countries again failed to agree on the 18th sanctions package against Russia due to a blockade by Slovakia. 1 186 10 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
European Parliament calls on Hungary and Slovakia to stop blocking EU sanctions against Russia The European Parliament calls on Hungary and Slovakia to cease blocking the implementation of European Union sanctions against Russia. 1 336 18 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia Slovakia again blocks 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia On July 9, EU ambassadors failed to agree on the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. Slovakia is blocking its adoption. 7 547 64 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
EU cooperates with US on sanctions against Russia, but most urgent thing now is to adopt 18th EU package, - Dombrovskis The European Union has been cooperating with the United States on sanctions against Russia since the beginning of Russian aggression in Ukraine, but is now focusing on adopting its own 18th package of sanctions. 382 2 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia Tomorrow, EU ambassadors will consider 18th package of sanctions against Russia. Slovakia has not changed its position - media On July 9, the EU Committee of Permanent Representatives will again consider the draft 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia. Slovakia's position on blocking it has not changed. 923 5 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
European Union is preparing new package of toughest sanctions against Russia, - Barrot The European Union is preparing the toughest package of sanctions against Russia since 2022, aimed at seriously depleting the aggressor country's resources and limiting the Kremlin’s ability to fund the war. The new measures should hit the oil and gas sector and the financial system of the Russian Federation. 4 582 42 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
We want to convince EU and US partners of the need for effective sanctions pressure on Russia – Wadephul Germany is working to make the 18th package of European Union sanctions against Russia as effective as possible. 354 3 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Zelenskyy: Ukraine calls on Germany to influence Hungary on 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on Germany to use its authority to influence Hungary's position, which is blocking the adoption of the 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia. 630 12 Previously in trend: Hungary’s blocking of EU decisions EU sanctions against Russia 
Slovakia and Hungary block adoption of 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia - media The introduction of the 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia is currently blocked due to the position of two countries at once - Slovakia and Hungary. 2 582 51 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Shmyhal and Duda discuss strengthening Ukrainian air defense and sanctions against Russia On Saturday, June 28, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed with Polish President Andrzej Duda the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense, sanctions against Russia, and the confiscation of frozen Russian assets. 634 15 Previously in trend: Duda visits Ukraine EU sanctions against Russia 
Sybiha: Sanctions against Russia are not just support for Ukraine but protection of Europe from new aggression Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha stated that sanctions on Russia are intended not only to support Ukraine but also to protect EU and NATO countries from the expansion of Russian aggression. 266 5 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
EU has not yet voted on 18th sanctions package against Russia – media During the European Council summit on June 26, EU member state leaders discussed the 18th package of sanctions against Russia; however, no vote has been held on its adoption. 721 3 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Putin’s dream is to see fragmented Europe. Pressure on Russia must be increased, Zelenskyy says Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia seeks to divide Europe and bring war to their homes, making support for Ukraine’s defense essential. 1 093 27 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
Zelenskyy addresses European Council: Truly strong 18th sanctions package against Russia is urgently needed. VIDEO Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in his address to the European Council, emphasized the importance of adopting the 18th sanctions package against Russia. 1 494 19 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
European Council fails to adopt 18th sanctions package against Russia, work ongoing – summit conclusions EU leaders have reached a political agreement to extend sanctions against Russia for another six months but have not approved a new sanctions package. 4 326 23 Previously in trend: Extension of EU sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
Slovakia wants EU Council to postpone sanctions vote against Russia – Fico Slovakia will ask the Council of the European Union to postpone the vote on the 18th sanctions package against Russia. 1 674 12 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
EU to approve 18th package of sanctions against Russia on June 26 - Merz On June 26, the European Union will apply the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. Thus, a program is being implemented to force the Kremlin to peace talks in Ukraine. 2 807 8 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia EU sanctions should hit Putin’s military budget - Sybiha The European Union's sanctions against Russia should hit the aggressor country's military budget. 1 046 22 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
We must put pressure on Putin to sit down at negotiating table with Ukraine - von der Leyen President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen has called for increased pressure on Kremlin dictator Vladimir Putin to start negotiations for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. 1 034 40 Previously in trend: statement of peace Peace negotiations EU sanctions against Russia EU is preparing powerful package of sanctions against Russia, - French Foreign Minister Barrot The European Union is preparing a record package of sanctions against Russia in response to its constant shelling of Ukraine. 2 116 30 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia EU may approve 18th sanctions package against Russia on June 23 or 26 – media The European Union plans to approve its 18th sanctions package against Russia next week, possibly on June 23 or 26. 797 6 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
European Council may approve extension of sanctions against Russia next week - media Next week, the European Council may decide to extend all EU sanctions against Russia. 715 13 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia EU extends sanctions against Russia for Crimea occupation by one year The Council of the European Union has extended sanctions imposed in response to Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol for another year, until June 23, 2026. 599 8 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea EU sanctions against Russia 
Hungary and Slovakia to oppose EU’s phase-out of Russian energy resources, says Szijjártó Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó stated that his country, along with Slovakia, will oppose the European Commission's proposals for a complete phase-out of Russian energy supplies. 1 883 27 Previously in trend: Hungary blocks sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
EU sanctions against Russia will be more effective if applied together with US - Maternova The European Union is preparing to introduce the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. To be effective, the restrictions must be applied by all partners. 479 8 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Real peace will come with $30 cap on Russian oil – Zelenskyy Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that increased sanctions pressure could change Russia’s position on ending its military aggression. 1 192 20 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia drop in oil prices EU faces tough task in adopting 18th package of sanctions against Russia - FT The European Commission has presented proposals for the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. The restrictions could be the toughest since the first months of Russia's full-scale invasion. However, the package requires the support of all 27 EU countries and, most likely, US President Donald Trump. 2 778 18 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
Fico threatens to derail adoption of EU’s 18th sanctions package against Russia Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has set a condition for Brussels in exchange for supporting the EU’s 18th package of sanctions against Russia, which requires unanimous approval from all EU member states. 4 693 21 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Russia only understands language of force, pressure must increase – Merz To end the war in Ukraine, pressure on Russia must be increased, as it only understands the language of force. 2 027 25 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
EU will not allow Russia to improve weapons using European technologies, - von der Leyen The European Commission proposes that EU countries impose new restrictions on the export of critical technologies and goods to Russia, which should prevent it from improving its weapons with the help of Western technologies. 2 433 16 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia EU unveils 18th package of sanctions against Russia: reduction of oil price cap and ban on use of Nord Stream pipelines On 10 June, the European Commission officially presented a new 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia. 7 639 50 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
EU preparing 18th package of sanctions against Russia, may include restrictions on Nord Stream pipelines, Rosatom, shadow fleet, and banks, says Budrys Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys has outlined which sectors of the Russian economy will be targeted by the EU’s 18th package of sanctions. 1 000 20 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
