BRUSSELS—The European Union extended by six months an existing set of sanctions against Russian and pro-Russia separatist officials because of the continued fighting in eastern Ukraine and was planning further action, officials said Thursday.
“We have shown that the EU is ready to take further measures,” EU foreign affairs chief Federica Mogherini said.
The new radical left-wing government in Greece didn’t fall immediately in line with plans for further actions against Russia and insisted a stronger statement against Moscow should be toned down first.
Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias said there was no direct reference to Russian responsibility for the new developments in …read more
Source: The Epoch Times
