Media: EU leaders have agreed to continue sanctions against the Russian Federation but did not agree a new package

EU leaders have reached a political agreement to continue sanctions against Russia for another half a year, but did not agree to approve a new package of restrictions.

Source: “European Truth” with reference to the post of Radio Liberty Editor

Details: According to its sources, the leaders agreed to continue all sanctions against Russia for another six months.

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The leaders agreed to continue all sanctions for another six months.

“The leaders have not agreed on the last package of sanctions-the 18th. Slovakia has not yet given green light. The discussions will probably be restored between the ambassadors in the coming days,” the journalist wrote.

He did not mention Hungary, which also threatened to block sanctions.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fitzo has previously stated that Slovakia would demand to postpone voting for the 18th package of sanctions against Russia to address Slovakia concerning the supply of gas after 2027.

And if Slovakia is not supported by Slovakia’s proposal, according to Fitzo, “Ambassador of the Slovak Republic will receive a clear instruction, a clear indication of vetoning the acceptance of the 18th Package of Sanctions.”

Back in Monday, the Foreign Minister, Slovakia, Yura Blanar stated that Slovakia was ready to support a package of sanctions. However, he added that Slovakia will demand from the EU “guarantees” and support to soften the effects of stopping the supply of Russian energy resources.

Latvia Prime Minister Evik Silin said that although she is not sure that the 18th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation can be agreed on Thursday, her country will not stop asking for new sanctions.

More about what can be expected from the European Council on June 26-27-in the article: EU between Orban and Trump. What news to expect Ukraine for sanctions and EU membership.