US EditionEU Envoys Poised to Adopt 20th Package of Russia Sanctions, Diplomats Say
- On Wednesday, April 22, European Union envoys agreed to a 20th sanctions package against Russia after Hungary and Slovakia lifted their veto following repair of the Druzhba oil pipeline.
- Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban had blocked the sanctions and a 90-billion-euro loan for Ukraine since February, while Budapest and Bratislava accused Kyiv of deliberately stopping transit after a January drone strike.
- Targeting Russia's military-industrial complex, the measures include a phased ban on services for liquefied natural gas and icebreakers, alongside anti-circumvention tools against third countries like Indonesia to choke off energy revenue.
- Envoys also backed a 90-billion-euro loan for Kyiv and agreed "in principle" to a maritime services ban, pending Group of Seven coordination to protect the $60 price cap.
- Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized the need for sustained pressure on Russia, stating, "Quite some time has passed since Feb. 24. Our understanding has deepened, as has the need to put pressure on Russia.
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European Union tightens pressure on Moscow with new set of restrictions
EU Hits Russia With 20th Sanctions Package
The European Union on Thursday approved new sanctions against Russia and unlocked a loan of 90 billion euros ($105.3 billion) to Ukraine after Hungary and Slovakia dropped their vetoes following the resumption of Russian oil flows.
After the European Union announced its 20th package of economic and individual sanctions against Russia on Thursday, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys says that this decision is late and insufficient.
EU agrees fresh sanctions on Russia but leaves maritime ban on hold
Due to Greece and Malta's concerns, the full ban on maritime services will be left on hold pending an agreement at the G7 level. The US, however, is going in the opposite direction by providing sanctions relief to Russia.
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