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Borrell unsure EU states will reach consensus on anti-Russia sanctions

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 16 May 2022 14:43
2 Min Read

The EU chief diplomat says he is unsure that the EU's sixth package of anti-Russian sanctions is going to happen due to strong opposition from certain states.

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EU chief diplomat Josep Borrell expressed doubts on Monday that 27 member states will be able to reach a consensus over the sixth package of sanctions against Russia, as divisions are strong.

At the doorstep of the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting, Borrell indicated that "we will do our best in order to deblock the situation, I can not ensure that this [sixth package of sanctions] is going to happen because the positions are quite strong."

The diplomat added that Brussels understands "the particular situation of some member states" opposing the Russian oil embargo, but noted that all are making an effort "in order to present a united front against Russia."

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