EU chief seeks sanctions on Russian LNG to pressure Moscow over Ukraine war

The European Union is proposing a 19th package of sanctions against Russia, focusing on a ban on Russian LNG imports to further pressure Moscow to end its war in Ukraine. EU President von der Leyen stated the aim is to cut Russia's fossil fuel revenue, crucial to its war effort. While the EU has already sanctioned over 2,500 entities, including Putin and his allies, Hungary and Slovakia's opposition poses a challenge. The ban, aiming for a complete phase-out by January 1, 2027, is part of broader efforts to hold Russia accountable, including addressing the deportation of Ukrainian children. The UK concurrently announced sanctions against Georgian businessmen supporting Russia's war.

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