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Germany Calls EU Sanctions Unprecedented Blow to Russia
Germany labels new EU sanctions an unprecedented blow to Russia's war efforts in Ukraine.
In brief
Germany labels new EU sanctions an unprecedented blow to Russia's war efforts in Ukraine. Germany says new EU sanctions target 1,600 individuals and businesses linked to Russia's war effort and illegal elections in occupied territories. Originally reported by Dw.
German Foreign Minister
Johann Wadephul calls new EU sanctions an unprecedented blow to Putin's war in Ukraine.
“We are making it harder for Putin to continue his war of aggression in violation of international law”
Sanctions Target
1,600 individuals and businesses linked to Russia's war effort and 77 people related to illegal elections in occupied territories.
“More than half are connected to the production chain for ballistic missiles”
EU Foreign Policy Chief
Kaja Kallas states sanctions are the largest expansion since Russia started its war.
“More than half are connected to the production chain for ballistic missiles”
Polish Prime Minister
Donald Tusk urges further sanctions to contain Russia as winter approaches.
“This is the moment when the entire West...should show Russia and Putin that it is ready to pursue a policy of containing Russia by even more decisive means”
The short version
Germany says new EU sanctions target 1,600 individuals and businesses linked to Russia's war effort and illegal elections in occupied territories.
