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Russian oil is at the centre of Western sanctions.

Video. EU vows to stand firm on Russia as UK scrambles to explain sanctions

Updated: 21/05/2026 - 10:27 GMT+2

Brussels is testing the waters with G7 allies to introduce a full ban on maritime services for Russian oil tankers. But recent decisions taken by the US and the UK suggest an uphill struggle to secure the green light.

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