Finland’s foreign minister urged an EU-wide halt to Russian tourist visas, adding pressure ahead of bloc talks on Russia visa policy.
German and Austrian authorities searched two businesspeople suspected of routing vehicles to Russia via third countries in breach of EU sanctions.
Swiss voters rejected a neutrality initiative that would have sharply limited sanctions policy, preserving flexibility on EU-aligned measures.
Kaja Kallas urged EU ambassadors to extend Russia sanctions as disputes over Usmanov and Fridman pushed talks toward a September 22 deadline.
Latvia says a suspect in the Leipzig airport sabotage case had been living in Russia, as Germany expands measures affecting transport security and sanctions enforcement.
Russia’s July oil and gas revenues are expected to rise 60% year-on-year due to higher global oil prices, despite ongoing sanctions and a weaker year-to-date performance.
The EU Commission has recommended revoking €2M funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia’s participation, citing breaches of democratic values and EU sanctions.
Two German brothers admitted to illegally exporting €830,000 of machinery parts to Russia via front companies in Central Asia and Turkey, violating EU sanctions.
Bulgaria intends to veto the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia, citing threats to its economy and energy sector, notably concerns over Lukoil's operations.
EU leaders agree to extend sanctions on Russia for one year, reflecting a unified stance and signaling potential impacts on energy, finance, and trade sectors.
Pussy Riot and Femen protested at the Russian pavilion during the Venice Biennale, highlighting political tensions amid ongoing scrutiny of Russian market activities.