EU Announces Continued Sanctions Against Russia Until War in Ukraine Ends, Citing Escalated Attacks and Unmet Ceasefire
On October 16, 2026, the European Union, led by President Ursula von der Leyen, announced it would not lift sanctions against Russia until the war in Ukraine ends. The EU cited Russia's continued attacks on Ukraine and its failure to respect the energy ceasefire declared by Donald Trump. The decision follows the 22nd package of sanctions against Russia.
Where Sources Diverge
Some sources mention the 22nd package of sanctions, while others do not specify the number of packages.
Work is already underway on the 22nd package of sanctions against Moscow.
European Union Will Not Retreat from Sanctions Against Russia Until Moscow Ends the War.
One source mentions the energy ceasefire declared by Donald Trump, while others do not reference it.
The Union supports the energy ceasefire declared by Donald Trump.
European Union Will Not Retreat from Sanctions Against Russia Until Moscow Ends the War.
The exact wording of the statement varies slightly between sources.
EU will not lift any sanctions against Russia until the country ends the war against Ukraine.
EU will not lift sanctions against Russia, and it is necessary to increase pressure on Russia.
One source mentions the need to increase pressure on Russia, while others focus on the continuation of sanctions.
It is necessary to increase pressure on Russia.
European Union Will Not Retreat from Sanctions Against Russia Until Moscow Ends the War.
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President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen stated today that the European Union will not lift sanctions against Russia, and that it is necessary to increase pressure on Russia. "One thing is absolutely..."
President of the European Commission (EC) Ursula von der Leyen said that "naturally the Union supports the energy ceasefire", which was declared by American President Donald Trump, but as she added, she has seen that Russia has not respected it "for a single minute", rather that it has intensified attacks and that accordingly the pressure on Moscow should be increased
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen declared on Friday that the EU will not lift any sanctions against Russia until the country ends the war against Ukraine. She added that work is already underway on the 22nd package of sanctions against Moscow in connection with the conflict it has sparked.