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Medvedev on EU’s 18th sanctions package against Russia: We will escalate strikes on Ukraine Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council Dmitry Medvedev, commenting on the approval of the EU’s 18th sanctions package against Russia, threatened to increase strikes on Ukraine. 10 958 74 Previously in trend: Medvedev’s threats 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. 7 617 64 Previously in trend: 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. 2 651 51 Previously in trend: 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. 7 832 50 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
Hungary and Slovakia ask EU to lift restrictions on six Russian oligarchs in exchange for extending other sanctions against Russia, - media Hungary and Slovakia are demanding that the European Union lift the asset freeze and visa bans for six Russian oligarchs in order to approve the extension of other sanctions against Russia, which were imposed after the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. 11 562 48 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Chinese Foreign Ministry on new US and EU sanctions against Russia: "Have no basis in international law" Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said that Beijing opposes new US and EU sanctions against Russia. 5 181 45 Previously in trend: U.S. sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
No sanctions will force Russia to change course on Ukraine - Peskov The spokesman for the Russian dictator Dmitry Peskov said that no sanctions could ever force Moscow to change its course on the war in Ukraine. 6 699 44 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia U.S. sanctions against Russia 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. 4 638 42 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. 1 107 40 Previously in trend: statement of peace Peace negotiations 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. 3 976 32 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia Slovakia blocks EU decision 
EU fails again to approve 18th sanctions package against Russia – media On Wednesday, July 16, EU ambassadors at the meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives in Brussels again failed to approve the 18th sanctions package against Russia. 3 757 32 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
Von der Leyen after Russia’s strike on Kyiv: Deadliest attack since July. EU will soon present its 19th package of tough sanctions European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the EU will soon approve a new, 19th package of sanctions against Russia and discuss the use of frozen Russian assets for military support to Ukraine and its reconstruction. 2 936 31 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kyiv 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. 2 179 30 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
EU agrees 18th package of sanctions against Russia, it is one of strongest to date - Kallas The European Union has approved the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. 7 309 29 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Trump doubts effectiveness of sanctions against Russia - NYT Only a day after Trump threatened sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine, he already doubted whether such a strategy would work. 6 027 29 Previously in trend: U.S. sanctions against Russia 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. 1 165 27 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia 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. 1 943 27 Previously in trend: Hungary blocks sanctions against Russia 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. 2 073 25 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia 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. 4 432 23 Previously in trend: Extension of EU sanctions against Russia 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. 1 095 22 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Putin can be forced to peace only by force - Brekelmans calls for increased pressure on Russia Increased pressure on Russia from the European Union is crucial to forcing Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin to end his aggression against Ukraine. 1 644 21 Previously in trend: Pressure on 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. 4 749 21 Previously in trend: 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. 1 042 20 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia 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. 1 250 20 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia drop in oil prices 
EU preparing new sanctions package against Russia, pressure on energy sector needed – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that a new EU sanctions package against Russia is being prepared. 746 20 Previously in trend: EU sanctions EU sanctions against Russia 
Price ceiling for Russian oil in new EU sanctions package will be $47.6,- Tsakhkna Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tähkna has indicated what the price ceiling for Russian oil will be in the new EU sanctions package 5 210 19 Previously in trend: 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. 1 544 19 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia New sanctions against Russia aim to reduce its military potential – Merz Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz has praised the European Union’s new sanctions package aimed at limiting Russia’s resources for waging war. 930 18 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 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. 2 827 18 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia 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. 1 379 18 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
EU postpones presentation of 19th package of sanctions against Russia, - Politico The 19th package of European Union sanctions against Russia will not be presented on Wednesday, as previously planned. 5 382 17 Previously in trend: 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. 2 497 16 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
Agreement on 20th package of EU sanctions against Russia may be delayed due to Hungary’s position, - Politico The European Union is nearing completion of work on the 20th package of sanctions against Russia. A final agreement may be reached after two meetings of member states' ambassadors in the Coreper II format, but Hungary's position could delay the process. 1 038 16 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
European Union imported 4.5 billion euros worth of liquefied gas from Russia in 6 months of 2025 In the first half of 2025, the EU imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia worth around €4.48 billion. 1 589 16 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
EU fails to agree on 20th sanctions package against Russia – media Representatives of the European Union member states failed to agree on the 20th package of sanctions against Russia. 3 501 32 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. 703 15 Previously in trend: Duda visits Ukraine EU sanctions against Russia 
Greece and Malta block EU sanctions on Russian oil, - Bloomberg Greece and Malta have become the main obstacle to the EU's proposal to replace restrictions on the price of Russian oil with a ban on services necessary for its transportation. 1 650 15 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia EU ambassadors fail to agree on 19th sanctions package against Russia – media At their meeting on October 3, European Union ambassadors failed to reach agreement on the 19th sanctions package against Russia. However, diplomats made significant progress in the talks. 3 089 15 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Pressure on Russia must be increased to force it to come to negotiating table, Macron says Ukraine must have sufficient means to fight Russian aggression, while pressure on Russia must also be increased. 999 18 Previously in trend: Pressure on russia 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. 767 13 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia EU wants to approve sanctions against Russia by simple majority of member states, bypassing Hungary - Politico The European Commission proposes to change the rules for extending sanctions against Russia to a qualified majority of EU countries in order to circumvent a possible blocking by Hungary. 1 327 12 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. 691 12 Previously in trend: Hungary’s blocking of EU decisions 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. 1 731 12 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia EU has postponed 19th package of sanctions against Russia due to US demands, - Bloomberg The European Union has postponed the official presentation of the 19th package of sanctions against Russia after US President Donald Trump demanded tougher measures from Europe. 3 605 12 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
19th package of EU sanctions against Russia will not include new restrictions on energy resources, - Politico The new, 19th package of EU sanctions against Russia does not provide for additional restrictions on the sale of energy resources. According to European diplomats, the main pressure on Moscow may come from the US, while the EU will focus on restricting the activities of the "shadow fleet" and companies that help circumvent sanctions. 1 494 11 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
Kallas on EU’s 19th sanctions package against Russia: Debates ongoing, EU seeks to reach result by next week Debates over the EU’s 19th sanctions package against Russia are still ongoing. The European Union is seeking to finalize it ahead of next week’s summit. 676 10 Previously in trend: 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. 1 239 10 Previously in trend: EU sanctions against Russia 
EU presents 20th sanctions package against Russia: energy, financial services, trade The European Commission has presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, covering the energy sector, financial services, and trade. 1 635 10 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions against Russia 
