Orban on Russia Sanctions, Trump's Tariffs Threat

Orban to EU: Wait for Trump Before Extending Russia Sanctions
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban told European Union leaders that he wants to wait until the inauguration of his ally Donald Trump before deciding whether to extend the bloc’s sanctions against Russia,
Orban to reportedly block EU's Russia sanctions extension until Trump takes office
Orban "surprised" his fellow EU leaders by deciding to block the extension during a summit in Brussels on Dec. 19 in what is considered a "routine" step, Bloomberg wrote.
EU sanctions Russia's destabilizing activities abroad for first time
The European Union on Monday imposed for the first time sanctions on individuals and organizations thought to be responsible for Russia's attempts to interfere in political processes abroad. "These measures are in response to Russia’s malicious actions and its lack of respect for a rules-based international order and international law,
Orbán blocks continuation of EU sanctions against Russia until Trump's inauguration - Bloomberg
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán informed European Union leaders of his intention to wait for the inauguration of new US President Donald Trump before deciding whether to continue the EU sanctions against Russia.
New EU sanctions package against Russia for its continued illegal war against Ukraine
Today, the European Council adopted the 15th sanctions package against Russia, targeting the shadow fleet and preventing sanctions circumvention. This package includes significant listings of individuals and entities in the Russian military-industrial complex and enhances the legal protection of EU Central Securities Depositories (EU CSDs).
EU blacklists 52 ships in largest Russian sanctions crackdown
The European Union has blacklisted 52 more ships involved in shipping oil, arms and grain in its latest package targeting Russia. The measures announced on Monday are included in the 15th package of sanctions and take the total of vessels designated by the 27-nation bloc to 79, the Council of the EU said.
EU adopts new Russia sanctions targeting China, shadow fleet
The European Union has adopted a 15th package of sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, including tougher ...
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EU Adopts 15th Sanctions Package Against Russia... And More
On December 16, 2024, the EU adopted a total of 15 texts providing for new sanctions. While the centerpiece, the 15th package against Russia, seeks to further support Ukraine by limiting ...
China Responds to EU Sanctions Over Ukraine War Support to Russia
The EU included Chinese firms in its latest round of sanctions, citing exports of dual-use goods, including components used ...
EU weighing first sanctions against Russia for misinformation, election interference and cyber attacks
The European Union is considering sanctions against Russian hybrid threats — a first-time move intended to curb alleged cyber ...
EU should ease Syria sanctions in return for 'positive steps', top diplomat Kallas says
The European Union should be ready to ease sanctions on Syria if the country's new leadership takes "positive steps" to ...
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The EU adopts 15th sanctions package against Russia and Belarus
For the first time, Chinese and Hong Kong persons and entities have been subject to asset freezing measures under the EU Russia sanctions. One EU individual has also been added to the list of ...
US slaps sanctions on companies tied to Nord Stream 2 in bid to squeeze Russia
The State Department re-imposed financial penalties against Russian entities involved in the construction of Nord Stream 2, ...
EU Set to Exclude China in Condemnation of Nations Aiding Russia
European Union leaders are set to avoid directly calling out China for its support of Russia’s war against Ukraine, according ...