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Russia: Putin extends special economic measures in fuel-and-energy sector

Under the amendment, the duration of the special economic measures in the fuel-and-energy sector in response to the price cap on Russian oil and oil products established by some foreign states has been extended until June 30, 2024 (inclusive). The Presidential Executive Order No 961 of December 27, 2022, set the duration of the special economic measures until December 31, 2023 (inclusive).

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20/12/2023

Russia’s war in Ukraine: EU Council adds 61 individuals and 86 entities to EU’s sanctions list

Altogether, EU restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine now apply to almost 1,950 individuals and entities. Those designated are subject to an asset freeze and EU citizens and companies are forbidden from making funds available to them. Natural persons are additionally subject to a travel ban, which prevents them from entering or transiting through EU territories.

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18/12/2023

2023 Atlas of Migration confirms continued strong EU support to Ukrainians fleeing the war

Today, on the occasion of International Migrants’ Day, the Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) released a new edition of the Atlas of Migration, an online tool providing the latest harmonised and validated data on migration for the 27 EU Member States and for 171 countries and territories around the world. The 2023 edition features a special thematic section on EU solidarity trends towards people displaced from Ukraine. It shows that

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18/12/2023
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12th EU sanctions package against Russia for its war against Ukraine

In particular, this package includes additional listings of Russian individuals and companies and new import and export bans – such as banning the export of Russian diamonds to Europe – in very close cooperation with our G7 partners. Moreover, the package tightens the implementation of the oil price cap by monitoring more closely how tankers may be used to circumvent the cap. It also includes stricter asset tracing obligations and

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18/12/2023

Russia: Situation of Alexei Navalny

The fact that we have had no news for the past several days about the situation of imprisoned political opposition leader Andrei Navalny is very troubling, given that his health has sharply deteriorated since his imprisonment. France holds Russia responsible for the health of its detainees, especially political prisoners, and reminds Russia of is international obligations with regard to human rights.

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16/12/2023

European Council conclusions, 14 and 15 December 2023

On 14 and 15 December, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, Middle East, enlargement and reforms, multiannual financial framework 2021-2027, security and defence, migration and other items, EU-Türkiye relations, fight against antisemitism, racism and xenophobia, and strategic agenda.

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15/12/2023

Joint statement of the second Nordic – Ukrainian Summit in Oslo

We, the leaders of the Nordic countries, reaffirm our unwavering support for Ukraine. We convey our deep respect for and recognition of the persistence and spirit of the Ukrainian people, soldiers and leadership. After facing Russia’s aggression for almost ten years, including more than 650 days of full-scale war, Ukraine continues to demonstrate extraordinary determination in exercising its inherent right of self-defence.

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14/12/2023

Strong Nordic support for Ukraine

Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion, the Nordic countries have provided more than EUR 11 billion in total in military, economic and humanitarian support to Ukraine. The Nordic heads of government reiterated that they will continue their support, individually and collectively as a region, as well as under the framework of various international formats and platforms. The Nordic countries will stand with Ukraine as long as it takes.

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14/12/2023

Main results of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, 11 December 2023

The EU Foreign Affairs Council discussed, among other issues, the Russian aggression against Ukraine, after an intervention by Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba who joined EU Foreign Ministers in person. He briefed EU ministers on the latest developments on the ground, and highlighted how Ukraine is currently committed on two fronts: the military front – as Putin tries to create a new momentum in his war ahead of

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11/12/2023

Dutch Government sets aside over €2bn in aid for Ukraine

The Netherlands’ support for Ukraine is steadfast. For 2024 the government has set aside over €2 billion in aid. This sum is mainly intended for military support, but a portion of it will also go to criminal investigations and justice, recovery and reconstruction, and donations to funds. This was announced by Minister of Defence Kajsa Ollongren, Minister of Foreign Affairs Hanke Bruins Slot and Minister for Foreign Trade and Development

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11/12/2023
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Britain and Norway will support Ukraine in building coastal defence

Norway joins the leadership of the newly formed coalition where several countries are expected to participate. Various capability coalitions have been established, specializing in different capacities such as air defence and maritime operations. The objective is to further develop the collaborative efforts of allies and partners in supporting Ukraine, both in the short and long term.

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11/12/2023
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Background briefing on the EU-China Summit on 7 December 2023

On Thursday 7 December 2023, the leaders of the EU and China will hold a summit in Beijing, China.. The summit will cover the following topics: EU-China relations, including economic and trade +++ China’s position concerning Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine +++ The situation in the Middle East +++ Climate change +++ Global health and pandemic preparedness

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06/12/2023

Difficult trilogue on criminal penalties for violation of EU sanctions against Russia

“Each day that passes helps Putin’s war efforts. The effectiveness of the EU sanctions regime is severely undermined by the patchwork of national legal systems, and by uneven and weak enforcement. Sanctioned persons can still travel, study, holiday and live in the EU, as well as companies can conduct their business fairly unhampered. Massive amounts of money are still moved around freely and flow into the war coffers of the

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02/12/2023
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Energy emergency: EU Commission proposes to extend measures by one year

The European Commission has today proposed a 12-month prolongation of the emergency measures introduced last year in response to the energy crisis provoked by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and weaponisation of its energy resources. While the situation on the European energy market is more secure than 12 months ago, the Commission is proposing this extension to further enhance security of gas supply and strengthen market resilience. The three measures proposed

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28/11/2023

EU and Canada forge Green Alliance for closer cooperation

Today, the EU and Canada have established a Green Alliance at a bilateral Summit in St John’s, Newfoundland. The Alliance will strengthen political, technical, economic and scientific cooperation between these two like-minded partners. It covers climate action, environmental and ocean protection, the clean energy transition, green industrial transformation, research and innovation and climate and biodiversity finance.

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25/11/2023
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