EU to Approve New Sanctions Against Russia on Nov 16

The EU intends to approve new sanctions against Russia on November 16.

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The European Union plans to approve new anti-Russian sanctions on November 16.
The sanctions will target banks, oil buyers, and companies associated with the so-called shadow fleet.
EU forces conducted a boarding operation on the MV Midag tanker in the Mediterranean Sea.
The MV Midag was reportedly sailing under a foreign flag and is allegedly linked to Russia.
The operation was conducted in accordance with Article 110 of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea.
The EU is preparing its 22nd package of sanctions against Russia.
France played a leading role in proposing the new sanctions.

Kaja Kallas stated that the EU will approve sanctions on November 16, including against banks, oil buyers, and companies supporting the shadow fleet. — vm
Kaja Kallas stated that the boarding of the MV Midag occurred on November 13. — interfax
Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU will continue pressuring Russia through sanctions and will soon present its 22nd package. — vesti
The EU has agreed on sanctions against 145 physical and legal entities, including 50 Russian banks, energy companies, and shadow fleet-related organizations. — vedomosti
The EU may not be able to push new sanctions against Russia in 2027 due to French elections. — vm
The EU is creating a permanent office within the European Commission to handle sanctions, including those against Russia. — vedomosti