Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova-Chamova stated that Bulgaria does not support certain measures in the EU's 21st anti-Russian sanctions package, particularly those concerning energy and Patriarch Kirill, citing economic damage to member states and potential counter-productivity.
The EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia will not include alumina, according to European Commission spokesperson Siobhan McGarry. This decision comes despite a recent political scandal in Ireland concerning large shipments of local alumina to Russia, for which there are no current trade restrictions.
The EU is set to approve a revised sanctions package against Russia and China on June 15, including blacklisting four Chinese companies and imposing restrictions on ships and individuals. Meanwhile, discussions on Ukraine's EU accession talks may begin the same day.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar stated that Hungary would support anti-Russian sanctions if there is unanimous agreement within the European Union. This comes as the EU prepares for its 21st package of restrictions, with Hungary having previously blocked aid to Kyiv and sanctions against Russia.
The EU is unlikely to implement a full ban on Russian oil or restrict maritime services in its 21st sanctions package. Focus remains on adjusting the existing oil price cap mechanism, with proposals for a complete ban lacking sufficient support among member states.
The European Union is reportedly considering new restrictive measures against Russian energy companies Lukoil and Rosneft as part of its 21st sanctions package. Discussions are ongoing, with the European Commission potentially presenting proposals next week.
The EU is developing its 21st sanctions package against Russia, aimed at reducing the population's standard of living, while approving €90 billion in funding for Ukraine to strengthen its negotiating position.
According to the embassy spokesman, it is London that is fanning the flames of the Ukrainian conflict by flooding the Kiev regime with money and weapons
The EU adopted its 20th Russia sanctions package on April 23, 2025, adding 120 new listings and targeting crypto settlement infrastructure including service providers, decentralized platforms, ruble-backed tokens, payment agents, and digital rouble support. The package bans business with any Russian crypto asset service provider and covers decentralized platforms used to circumvent sanctions. It specifically targets A7A5 (TengriCoin/Meer.kg) and RUBx stablecoins, marking the EU's largest sanctions move against Russia in years with crypto restrictions among its most specific measures.
The European Union’s latest Russia sanctions package, its twentieth so far, brings crypto settlement squarely into an already fractured geopolitical spotlight. Adopted on April 23, the package adds 120 new listings and rolls out financial measures that touch just about every corner of Russia’s crypto scene. That includes service providers, decentralized trading platforms, ruble-backed tokens, […] The post EU sanctions Russian crypto usage for 20th time adding bans on digital rubles and anyone using Russian crypto services appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Beijing has warned Brussels that the EU will bear all consequences after the bloc included Chinese companies in its 20th sanctions package against Russia. China's commerce ministry expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition, accusing the EU of acting brazenly despite repeated objections. The package targets 20 Russian banks and includes anti-circumvention measures targeting third-country companies, including Chinese businesses. French President Emmanuel Macron warned that Europe faces pressure from the US, China and Russia simultaneously.
The Russian Mission to the EU has condemned the European Union's 20th sanctions package, accusing Brussels of economic coercion and extraterritorial application of sanctions against sovereign states cooperating with Russia. For the first time, the EU introduced an 'anti-circumvention instrument' granting itself the right to restrict exports to third countries accused of helping circumvent anti-Russian sanctions. Russia warned that all unlawful actions will receive an appropriate response and criticized EU energy policies.
According to the European Commission, the package targets emerging players which have recently increased their export market share
The EU has adopted its 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions, banning the provision of LNG terminal services to Russian companies from January 2027. The sanctions also prohibit technical maintenance and other services for Russian LNG tankers and icebreakers, aiming to terminate long-term contracts and limit Russia's offshore capabilities.
The EU remains determined to maintain and increase pressure on Russia, the European Commission stated
The European Union has added Vladimir Lepin, General Designer of Kalashnikov Concern, to its 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions, along with Sergey Sakhnenko of United Instrument Manufacturing Corporation and Igor Nasenkov of Technodinamika, both part of Rostec. Olga Sokolova, CEO of a company producing FPV drones Boomerang, Osa, and Bryus-1, was also sanctioned.
The European Union has added Simbirsk Design Bureau (SKB), manufacturer of Piranha FPV drones that destroyed the first American Abrams tank in February 2024, to its 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions. The company produces up to 10,000 drones monthly and is considered extremely valuable by the Russian military. Clevercopter and Arkhangel Center were also sanctioned.
The EU adopted its 20th sanctions package against Russia in truncated form, omitting a complete ban on maritime transportation of Russian oil. Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna criticized the move, stating the taps must be shut off completely. The package blacklists 46 more shadow fleet vessels and restricts Russia's ability to acquire tankers, while prohibiting services for icebreakers and LNG tankers.
The EU Council has completed approval of €90 billion in funding for Ukraine for 2026-2027 and the 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions at the ministerial level. EU Council President Antonio Costa announced the milestone on X, stating the funding will provide financial and military support to Ukraine while increasing pressure on Russia. Cyprus Finance Minister Makis Keravnos confirmed loan disbursements will begin as soon as possible.
The European Union will expand its broadcasting ban on media outlets as part of the 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions, Estonia's Foreign Ministry announced. The broadcasting ban will be extended to entities that continue to distribute content from sanctioned media outlets. The final wording will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union on Thursday evening or Friday morning.
The EU has adopted its 20th sanctions package against Russia, banning 20 additional Russian banks from SWIFT and euro transactions, bringing the total to 70 sanctioned lenders. The package also targets four banks from Kyrgyzstan, Laos and Azerbaijan to crack down on sanction-busting and payments for Russian energy. EU businesses are banned from dealing with Russian crypto companies, and Kyrgyzstan faces export restrictions on metal-working machines and radio equipment for the first time using the anti-circumvention tool.
EU Permanent Representatives approved 90 billion euro financing for Ukraine and the 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions after Hungary and Slovakia lifted their veto. The veto lift came after Russian oil transit to Hungary and Slovakia resumed through the Druzhba oil pipeline via Ukraine.
