diplomacyJul 24, 2026

Chaotic sanctions negotiations expose cracks in EU front versus Russia

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New round of EU sanctions against Russia shaped by a series of veto threats as member states sought to protect national interests. The final package, significantly watered down, has exposed growing cracks within the bloc.

Source: Jorge Liboreiro; Luca Bertuzzi — Read the full report

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Jorge Liboreiro; Luca BertuzziBy Jorge Liboreiro; Luca Bertuzzi
New round of EU sanctions against Russia shaped by a series of veto threats as member states sought to protect national interests. The final package, significantly watered down, has exposed growing cracks within the bloc. For Brussels, this week's agreement on a new sanctions pac…

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