Slovakia Should Block Extension of EU Sanctions Against…

Slovakia Should Block Extension of EU Sanctions Against Russia

03.09.2026 06:01 HotInfo

The Committee of Permanent Representatives of EU Member States failed to reach agreement on Wednesday in Brussels on extending individual sanctions against Russia. The measures concern more than 3000 Russian individuals and companies responsible for violating Ukraine's territorial integrity. Only Slovakia is expected to be against extending the sanctions for another year. aktuality.sk ↗

The Coreper meeting showed that a dispute remains among member states about the duration of restrictive measures. The current regime of individual sanctions is part of the European Union's response to Russian aggression against Ukraine and regularly requires political agreement among member states. Without it, an extension cannot be approved in the proposed form. Novy Cas ↗

At the same time, the Union is also discussing further tightening of its approach toward Russia. Member states received a proposal to add another 1600 Russian persons and entities to sanctions lists. European ministers are also addressing stricter visa rules, including a possible ban on entry to the EU for former Russian soldiers. hnonline.sk ↗

The question of sanctions remains open and will require further negotiations among member states. If Slovakia does not change its position, the discussion could move to a higher political level, as the sanctions regime is among the key instruments of the European Union against Moscow. hnonline.sk ↗

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