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EU Agrees on 15th Sanctions Package Against Russia, Targeting 'Shadow Fleet' and New Entities

Dec 11, 2024, 03:20 PM

EU ambassadors have agreed on a 15th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting the country's 'shadow fleet' of oil tankers used to bypass international sanctions. The new sanctions package expands existing measures and includes individual sanctions and restrictions on vessels from third countries acting in Russia's interests. The agreement was announced by the Hungarian EU presidency, and it aims to increase pressure on the Kremlin due to its ongoing aggression in Ukraine. The EU has also targeted new individuals and legal entities, including those outside Russia, to prevent the circumvention of sanctions. The package received preliminary backing from the European Union, with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressing commitment to maintaining pressure on Russia.