EU Diplomat Doubts Approval of 20th Sanctions Package Against Russia

The EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, expressed doubt that the 20th package of sanctions against Russia would be approved today, citing a blockage by Hungary.

23 Feb, 09:07 — 23 Feb, 09:54

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Why this matters

The potential failure to approve a new sanctions package against Russia highlights ongoing divisions within the EU regarding its response to the conflict in Ukraine. Sanctions are a key tool in the EU's foreign policy, and a delay or blockage could signal challenges in maintaining a united front against Russia. This story is significant as it reflects the complexities and political hurdles involved in implementing collective action among member states.

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Both outlets report that the 20th EU sanctions package against Russia is unlikely to be approved on February 23rd, citing an EU diplomat's doubts. Coverage is largely aligned, though one outlet specifies Hungary as the reason for the blockage, a detail not present in the other.

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The identification of Hungary as the country blocking the sanctions package.

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What sources agree on

The 20th package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be approved on February 23rd.
An EU diplomat, Kaja Kalas, expressed doubts about the approval of the sanctions package.

Where they diverge

The specific reason for the delay in approving the sanctions package.

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The delay is attributed to a blockage by Hungary.

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No specific reason for the delay is provided, only the diplomat's doubt.

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The 20th package of sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be adopted on February 23rd.

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Kaja Kalas is the EU High Representative for Foreign Policy and Security.

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The delay in approving the sanctions package is due to a blockage by Hungary.

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The identification of Hungary as the country blocking the sanctions package.

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Kalas ne veruje da će danas biti napretka oko usvajanja 20. paketa sankcija Rusiji

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EU chief diplomat says EU unlikely to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia on 23 February

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Key entities

Kaja KalasEU High Representative for Foreign Policy and Security / EU chief diplomat European Union (EU)International political and economic union RussiaTarget of EU sanctions HungaryMember state reportedly blocking sanctions package

Coverage Timeline

First report: ukrainska-pravda · 23 Feb, 09:07|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 47m|Window: 47m

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ukrainska-pravda23 Feb, 09:07First to report

EU chief diplomat says EU unlikely to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia on 23 February

n1-serbia23 Feb, 09:54Latest update

Kalas ne veruje da će danas biti napretka oko usvajanja 20. paketa sankcija Rusiji

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n1-serbia4h ago

Kalas ne veruje da će danas biti napretka oko usvajanja 20. paketa sankcija Rusiji

Visoka predstavnica Evropske unije (EU) za spoljnu politiku i bezbednost Kaja Kalas izjavila je danas, pred sastanak ministara spoljnih poslova Unije

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ukrainska-pravda5h ago

EU chief diplomat says EU unlikely to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia on 23 February

The European Union's new, 20th package of sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be adopted on Monday 23 February, due to a blockage by Hungary.

By Tetyana Vysotska

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EU Diplomat Doubts Approval of 20th Sanctions Package Against Russia

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Kalas ne veruje da će danas biti napretka oko usvajanja 20. paketa sankcija Rusiji

EU chief diplomat says EU unlikely to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia on 23 February

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EU chief diplomat says EU unlikely to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia on 23 February

Kalas ne veruje da će danas biti napretka oko usvajanja 20. paketa sankcija Rusiji

Read at source (2 outlets)

Kalas ne veruje da će danas biti napretka oko usvajanja 20. paketa sankcija Rusiji

EU chief diplomat says EU unlikely to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia on 23 February

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