EU persists with Russia sanctions despite Trump overtures

EU persists with Russia sanctions despite Trump overtures

The EU is embarking on its 17th package of sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, but the ground on which the West has maintained economic pressure on Moscow has been shaken by US President Donald Trump.

Russia’s effort to get US to drop aviation sanctions hits EU resistance

Brussels is also worried about the risks to air safety posed by fake and uncertified parts installed in Russian planes.

Moscow is seeking to have the United States open its airspace to Russian airlines. However, the European Union stands in the way.

Russian push to restore air traffic to US meets EU resistance

Moscow demanded the resumption of flights as a condition for peace in Ukraine.