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30-06-2025
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EU extends Russia sanctions to January 2026
The European Union has formally extended its sectoral sanctions against Russia for another six months, pushing their expiration date to January 31, 2026, in response to Moscow's ongoing war in Ukraine. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced the move on June 30 via X, stating: 'The EU today officially agreed to extend sectoral sanctions on Russia. We will continue to pile pressure on Moscow to end its war in Ukraine. Each sanction weakens Russia's ability to wage war.' The EU today officially agreed to extend sectoral sanctions on Russia. We will continue to pile pressure on Moscow to end its war in Ukraine. Each sanction weakens Russia's ability to wage war. — Kaja Kallas (@kajakallas) June 30, 2025 A source familiar with the process told European Pravda that all 27 EU member states approved the extension through a written procedure. Sanctions cover key sectors Originally imposed in 2014 following Russia's annexation of Crimea, the sanctions were significantly broadened in 2022 after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The current measures span across trade, finance, energy, dual-use goods, technology, industry, transport, and luxury items. They also include: A ban on seaborne imports of Russian oil and certain oil products The disconnection of multiple Russian banks from the SWIFT payment system The suspension of broadcasting licenses for several Kremlin-backed media outlets in the EU Provisions to combat sanctions evasion EU reaffirms united front A written statement issued by the European Council on Monday confirmed the extension, citing Russia's continued destabilization of Ukraine. 'The Council today renewed the EU restrictive measures in view of the Russian Federation's continuing actions destabilising the situation in Ukraine for a further six months,' the statement said. The renewal comes amid reports that Hungary recently secured a US waiver on sanctions that had blocked construction of the Russian-backed Paks II nuclear power plant. Despite such exceptions, the EU maintains a largely united stance on maintaining pressure against Moscow.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Polish PM: World faces greatest risk of global war since World War II
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has warned of the danger of a global conflict amid the escalation in the Middle East between Israel and Iran. Source: European Pravda; Polish PM Donald Tusk on X (Twitter) Details: Tusk noted that the confrontation between Israel and Iran "is moving towards a regular war in the region that may destabilise the whole world". "Since WWII we haven't been so close to a global conflict," Tusk noted. The head of the Polish government called on Europe and the United States to join forces "to stop further escalation". Background: As is known, on the night of 12-13 June, Israel struck Iranian targets related to its nuclear programme, explaining that it was seeking to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Eighteen hours after the attack, Iran fired ballistic missiles at Israel. European countries, including France, called on Iran and Israel to resolve the conflict through diplomatic means. After the Israeli attack, US President Donald Trump called on Iran to conclude a nuclear agreement "before it is too late". Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
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Ukrainian bus crash: France updates data on casualties
Four adults – three women and one man – were killed in an accident involving a bus carrying Ukrainian citizens in the French department of Sarthe on 13 June. Source: BFMTV, a French news broadcast television and radio network, as reported by European Pravda Details: The bus was carrying Ukrainian nationals, both adults and teenagers. In addition to the four fatalities, nine people sustained serious injuries and another 18 suffered minor injuries, the prefecture reported. The crash occurred on a section of the Rennes-Le Mans motorway near the town of Degré. The road has been closed in both directions to facilitate evacuation and rescue operations. During a visit to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, French Prime Minister François Bayrou said he was "thinking of the victims of the horrific bus accident that occurred in Sarthe". "When such tragedies happen in our country, we are all concerned, and we will do everything necessary to determine the circumstances of this accident," he added. In a statement on X (Twitter), French Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot extended his "condolences" to the victims of what he called a "very serious road accident" that had taken "too many" lives. French Labour Minister Astrid Panosyan-Bouvet, who is currently visiting Sarthe, will visit the site of the crash. Ukraine's Ambassador to France is also expected to be present. Background: Four Ukrainian citizens were killed in a road accident in Austria in April. In mid-February, a Kyiv-Chișinău bus was involved in an accident that left 16 people injured. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
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Estonia delivers another batch of artillery ammunition to Ukraine
The Estonian Ministry of Defence has reported the delivery of a new batch of artillery ammunition to Ukraine. Source: European Pravda; Estonian Ministry of Defence on X (Twitter) Details: The Estonian Ministry of Defence stressed the need to continue supporting Ukraine in the war against Russia. Quote: "Done! Estonia has delivered more artillery ammunition to Ukraine. Ukraine's security is European and transatlantic security. We must keep supporting Ukraine – so it can defend itself and achieve a just, lasting peace." Background: In May, the Estonian Rescue Association handed over vehicles, equipment and other gear to support the psychological assistance units of Ukraine's State Emergency Service in three oblasts. In March, Ukraine provided a list of desired military equipment worth €100 million, which Estonia promised to purchase from its domestic defence industry quickly. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Yahoo
13-06-2025
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New Austrian ambassador begins diplomatic mission in Ukraine
The new Austrian ambassador to Ukraine, Robert Müller, presented his credentials to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on 13 June, marking the official start of his mission. Source: Office of the President of Ukraine, as reported by European Pravda Details: Zelenskyy received Müller's credentials on Friday. During their meeting, Zelenskyy thanked Austria for its humanitarian and financial assistance since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as well as for providing medical treatment and holidays for Ukrainian children. Zelenskyy and Müller also discussed the potential involvement of Austrian businesses in Ukraine's post-war recovery and the development of bilateral cooperation. Background: Müller arrived in Ukraine on 2 May. He succeeded Arad Benkö, who had headed Austria's diplomatic mission in Kyiv since January 2023. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
