Zelensky: EU to unveil next round of sanctions against Russia this week

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced this in a statement to the media in Paris, alongside the leaders of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, following a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, according to a Ukrinform correspondent.

“We discussed additional sanctions against Russia over this war. The 21st package of sanctions is expected this week,” Zelensky said. 

He emphasized that constantly updating the sanctions prevents Russian dictator Vladimir Putin from adapting to them. 

“Sanctions create a serious incentive for Russia to choose diplomacy after all,” the President stressed.

As reported by Ukrinform, on July 13, the Council of the EU imposed restrictive measures against four individuals and five organizations responsible for serious human rights violations in Russia, including repression against civil society and the democratic opposition, as well as the undermining of democracy and the rule of law. However, on July 13, the EU was unable to approve the 21st package of sanctions against Russia.

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