Ukraine-Russia News
LAST UPDATE: June 27, 2025
EU leaders agree to prolong Russia sanctions: officials
On June 26, 2025, EU leaders extended sanctions on Russia for six more months, reaffirming measures like freezing €200 billion in central bank assets over the war in Ukraine. The renewal required overcoming resistance from Hungary.
Insight
The decision underscores the EU’s determination to maintain economic pressure on Russia despite internal discord. Overcoming Hungary’s objections signaled unity on existing sanctions, though new sanctions remain blocked.
Hungary, Slovakia are jointly opposing halt to Russian energy imports, PM Orban says
PM Viktor Orban stated Hungary and Slovakia are aligned in rejecting the EU plan to ban Russian gas and oil by 2027, citing shared reliance and energy security concerns.
Insight
The alignment reflects a deeper divergence within the EU on energy strategy. It illustrates the balancing act between unified foreign policy and national energy security priorities in Central Europe.
