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Video. EU won't 'shy away' from new sanctions on Russia if G7 deal fails

Updated: 17/02/2026 - 16:39 GMT+1

Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said a G7 deal is not an "absolute precondition" for a full ban on maritime services for Russian tankers. Brussels wants the new sanctions approved by 24 February.

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