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Hungary blocks new tranche of EU tool to boost military aid to Ukraine

Budapest says it will not approve any EU support for Ukraine that requires unanimity, including sanctions against Russia, until Kyiv removes a Hungarian bank from its list of "international war sponsors".

Europe News

Loopholes in EU's customs union help Russia evade sanctions: Gentiloni

Cracking down on circumvention of sanctions has become the number one priority for the European Union.

Europe Decoded

EU sanctions on Russia face the next frontier

The EU is discussing plans to chase after those suspected of helping Russia evade international sanctions.

Europe News

EU preparing sanctions for countries that help Russia evade penalties

After 10 rounds of sanctions against Russia, the EU is turning its focus on enforcement and circumvention.

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Russia

Euroviews. The Black Sea Grain Deal might be Russia's Trojan horse for Ukraine

Failures to rethink and redo how Ukraine gets its grain out of the country would gravely undermine the war effort and security in Europe, Cristian Gherasim writes.

France

EU sanctions 'failing' as Kremlin wives live lavishly in Europe

The wife of Russia's deputy defence minister is reportedly enjoying a luxurious life in Europe, complete with holidays in southern France and Rolls-Royces.

Japan

Countries helping Russia in Ukraine will pay 'high price', vows G7

Policy towards Moscow varies considerably around the world, with many capitals striking a different stance from the West.

Russia

Could the Russian economy thrive despite Western sanctions?

The European Union is already preparing its 11th package of sanctions against Russia. So will Russia be able to compensate for the ties that have been cut with the West through reinforced ties with other countries?

Sport

IOC recommends return of Russian athletes to sports competition

The International Olympic Committee has opened the door to Russian athletes returning to competition - but not yet to the 2024 Olympic Games.

Switzerland

Four bankers in Switzerland on trial over Putin money allegations

Four Gazprombank Switzerland employees appeared in court for agreeing to manage the assets of Russian cellist and Putin's friend Sergei Roldugin.

Europe News

Here's what to expect when Ursula von der Leyen meets Joe Biden

Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, China and economic security are also expected to be discussed by the two leaders.

Europe News

Mother of Russia's Wagner Group chief removed from EU sanctions list

EU court removes mother of Wagner Group chief Yevgeniy Prigozhin from bloc's sanctions list

Europe News

EU sanctions Russian officials accused of 'systematic' sexual violence

The decision marks the first time the EU uses its human rights sanctions regime to target crimes of sexual violence.

Travel News

Sanctions haven’t stopped rich Russians from travelling, report claims

Sanctions haven’t stopped wealthy Russian tourists from travelling, according to a new report.

Europe News

After 10 rounds of sanctions, how much EU-Russia trade is banned?

The EU has imposed a wide range of trade bans on key exports to Russia, such as microchips, drones, heavy trucks and luxury bags.

Ukraine

'Almost unimaginable': Village of Vuhledar broken by 'endless' war

Vuhledar, a former stronghold of coal mining, is now home to only about 1,000 inhabitants. The sight and condition of the city are shocking. Not a single building can be found that does not show severe damage. The living conditions are almost unimaginable.

Europe News

EU slaps new sanctions on Russia, almost missing self-imposed deadline

Discussions among ambassadors took longer than expected due to a proposed ban on imports of Russian-made synthetic rubber.

Ukraine

Euroviews. Sanctions are hitting Russia where it hurts. We must not lose momentum

Sanctions collaboration by international partners has been vital over the last year — now we must ensure our enforcement work is watertight to keep the pressure on Putin, UK Minister of State Anne-Marie Trevelyan writes.

Russia

Pregnant and scammed: The Russians flying to Argentina to have babies

A Euronews investigation has uncovered the network of travel agencies that charge Russian women thousands, and make false promises that lawyers say are tantamount to criminal activity.

Europe Decoded

The five major taboos the EU dared to break in one year of war

Since Vladimir Putin launched the invasion of Ukraine, the EU has taken decisions that were once considered off-limits.

Stay up to date with the latest on EU sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.