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EU Approves 14th Sanctions Package Against Russia, Including First-Ever Gas Sanctions, After Wednesday Delays

Jun 20, 2024, 08:13 AM

The European Union has approved its 14th package of sanctions against Russia, despite initial delays caused by Germany. On Wednesday, EU diplomats revealed that member states were unable to agree on the 14th package of sanctions against Russia, primarily due to delays caused by Germany. This new package includes the first-ever sanctions on Russian gas, marking a significant step in the EU's efforts to penalize Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions aim to tighten enforcement and close existing loopholes, targeting LNG shipments and Chinese firms involved with Russia.