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EU approves new sanctions against Russia

EU approves new sanctions against Russia

The EU on Monday adopted its 16th package of sanctions against Russia, according to the European Council. The latest package includes economic and individual restrictive measures, affecting Russia’s "shadow" fleet, …

EU envoys suspend visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats

EU envoys suspend visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats

The permanent representatives of 27 EU member states have approved the suspension of the EU’s visa waiver for Georgian diplomats due to the country’s so-called diplomatic setback, a source in an EU nation’s delegation said. …

Kallas: EU to impose new sanctions against Georgian authorities

Kallas: EU to impose new sanctions against Georgian authorities

The EU has decided not to stop at abolishing the visa-free regime for Georgian diplomats and plans to impose new sanctions against the country. The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas made a corresponding statement.

EU imposes new anti-Russian sanctions

EU imposes new anti-Russian sanctions

The EU has imposed a new package of sanctions, targeting Russian individuals and a number of organizations. Among those sanctioned is the former Prime Minister of Dagestan.

New package of anti-Russia sanctions agreed in EU

New package of anti-Russia sanctions agreed in EU

The permanent representatives of the European Union countries have reached agreement on a new sanction package on Russia, the Hungarian presidency of the Council of the EU reported. "Ambassadors have just agreed on …

Hungary promises veto on EU sanctions against Tbilisi

Hungary promises veto on EU sanctions against Tbilisi

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said Hungary was “completely against the fact that Georgian government officials should be put on a sanction list”, assuring "If any such proposals are …

Europe сalls for repeat elections in Georgia

Europe сalls for repeat elections in Georgia

The European Parliament adopted a resolution urging Georgia to hold repeat parliamentary elections. Deputies also called for sanctions against the country's leaders.

Hungarian envoy summoned to Iranian Foreign Ministry

Hungarian envoy summoned to Iranian Foreign Ministry

  Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned Hungary's ambassador to Iran Gyula Petho to protest against new EU sanctions on Tehran. The Hungarian envoy was summoned by Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political …

EU imposes 'missile' sanctions against Iran

EU imposes 'missile' sanctions against Iran

The European Union is imposing new sanctions on Iran for alleged supplies of ballistic missiles to Russia, according to EU diplomats. The restrictions will apply to companies, organizations and individuals involved in the production and …

Council of Europe extends anti-Russian sanctions

Council of Europe extends anti-Russian sanctions

The economic sanctions against Russia were extended by another six months until January 31, 2025, the Council of the European Union said. "These sanctions, first introduced in 2014, were significantly expanded since …

EU extends sanctions against Iran

EU extends sanctions against Iran

The European Union has extended sanctions against Iran for supporting Russia, as well as for Tehran’s alleged destabilization of the Middle East and the Red Sea region, the …

Denmark not to close Baltic Sea to Russian oil

Denmark not to close Baltic Sea to Russian oil

Denmark wants to limit the passage of oil tankers in the Baltic Sea. In this way, Europe wants to limit the transportation of Russian oil. However, Denmark cannot introduce such a ban since the Baltic Straits are international waters.

EU agrees on new anti-Russian sanctions

EU agrees on new anti-Russian sanctions

The European Union has agreed on a new package of anti-Russian restrictions. It is noted that the 14th package of sanctions provides for new measures and strengthens the effect of restrictions.

Russian LNG ban - who to be hit by new EU sanctions?

Russian LNG ban - who to be hit by new EU sanctions?

The import of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) could be banned in the next EU sanctions package. EU countries will take weeks to hammer out the next set of sanctions against Russia, EU diplomats said.

Europe mulls expanding anti-Iranian sanctions

Europe mulls expanding anti-Iranian sanctions

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the European Union will “reflect” on additional sanctions on Iran. “Going forward we will reflect on additional sanctions against …