#Eu Sanctions

Head of the OP Budanov urged the EU at the YES 2026 conference not to lift sanctions on Usmanov and Fridman, whom, according to Brussels sources, France and Slovakia are demanding be freed in exchange for extending the restrictions on September 15.

EU ambassadors failed to reach consensus on extending sanctions against Russia, postponing the meeting to September 14 — one day before the September 15 deadline. Slovakia's and France's demands to lift restrictions on certain businessmen put the extension at risk.

Kaja Kallas has proposed transferring cases of sanctions evasion against Russia and Belarus to the European Public Prosecutor's Office in Luxembourg. The initiative aims to eliminate discrepancies in law enforcement among the 27 EU countries and to strengthen pressure on Russia's war machine.

Russian strikes have halted key Ukrainian metallurgical enterprises, while Russian companies continue supplying steel to the EU. Experts are demanding a full closure of markets to Russian products.

Roman Abramovich has lost for the third time in the EU court his attempt to have sanctions lifted. This was reported by journalist Rikard Jozyak, citing the rulings on his lawsuits against the Council of the EU.

Zelensky urged the world to strengthen its response to daily Russian strikes and not to let Moscow 'feel impunity' in winter. The trigger was attacks on the 'Starkozache' crossing point and a residential building in Kyiv.

The EU will discuss a new package of restrictions in the coming weeks: tightening the visa regime for Russians, restricting the movement of Russian diplomats, and expanding sanctions against the shadow fleet. The trigger was the drone incident in Leipzig and the sabotage in Poland.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova threatened Germany with a “worthy response” for the closure of the “Russian House” in Berlin and the consulate in Bonn. Berlin justified the measures with the drone incident near a Ukrainian An-124 in Leipzig.

The European Union is preparing an autumn sanctions package against Russia, which could include around 1,600 individuals and legal entities. The issue will be discussed at the foreign ministers' meeting on September 1–2 in Ireland, with adoption expected in mid-October.

Chancellor Merz is preparing an official accusation against Russia for the Leipzig drone attack and 'broad' direct sanctions. In parallel, the EU is discussing a package of 1,600 items, while the frozen assets question is back on the table.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, following talks with Andriy Sybiha, announced a new aid package for Ukraine and stated that maximum pressure on Moscow will be maintained.

Putin ordered the government to restore warehouses damaged during a month-long Ukrainian operation since July 18 and declared economic growth. On August 19, the sides exchanged 103 prisoners each.

🇱🇻 Latvia calls EU's fatal error: lack of automatic entry ban for Russian military. Prime Minister Andris Kučinskis criticized the position of France and Italy in an interview with Politico, as well as Costa's initiative on contacts with Moscow. Riga insists: dialogue is possible only after reparations and trial of the guilty. 🚫🇷🇺

🇪🇺 Kaja Kallas announced the 'largest ever' sanctions package against Russia. 📉 According to her, new measures will increase the list of sanctioned entities by a third. 🚀 Over 1,600 companies helping Russia in the war will be targeted. 💰 The EU has already deprived Russia of €1 trillion but demands more. #EU #Sanctions #KajaKallas #Russia

🚨 Putin threatens to seize Western ships in response to EU actions. The head of the Russian Federation called the confiscation of Russian ships 'piracy' and promised a 'mirror response'. In July 2026, the EU added 41 ships to sanctions and allowed the sale of confiscated oil. 🌍 What happens next?

🇪🇺 EU imposes sanctions on 5 Russians over missile attacks on Ukraine 🚀 Manufacturers of 'Iskander' and 'Sarmat' missiles are on the list. 🔥 Brussels called Russia's actions terror after deadly strikes on Kyiv. 🗣 Kaja Kallas: 'Moscow is intensifying terror, the EU will keep pressing'. #EU #Sanctions #Ukraine #Kyiv #Missiles

🇪🇺 EU approves new sanctions against Russia: Kaja Kallas reveals details On August 7, 2026, the European Union imposed new restrictions in response to the escalation of terror against Ukraine. Five new individuals linked to the MIC were added to the sanctions lists. Kaja Kallas stated that Russia is increasing pressure because it cannot achieve success on the battlefield. The EU will continue sanctions until the war ends. 📌 Previously, on July 23, the most powerful sanctions package in 4 years was adopted. #EU #Sanctions #KajaKallas #Ukraine #Russia

Macron stated that Russia must answer for terror in Kyiv: the EU is strengthening sanctions and military aid to Ukraine. On the night of August 5, the city suffered a powerful strike, causing fires at warehouses and critical air pollution. 🇫🇷🇺🇺🇦