- The EU has imposed sanctions on Russia's military economy, with Kaja Kallas estimating the financial impact. The package faces mixed reactions, including opposition from Bulgaria and previous blocks from Hungary.
- The EU is aiming to expand sanctions against Russia, with Greece raising issues during the negotiation process.
The EU implemented new sanctions against Russia following Kaja Kallas's announcement of an expansion package.
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Updated Aug 18
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What happened
The EU implemented new sanctions against Russia following Kaja Kallas's announcement of an expansion package.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Vladimir Putin
2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)
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Kaja Kallas
Estonian politician and former prime minister of Estonia (born 1977)
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