Kuleba states he expects more substantial action from the EU on sanctions against Russia
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Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba called on the EU to provide more specifics on sanctions in the event of military escalation by Russia
According to European Pravda, he said this during a briefing for foreign journalists.
According to the Minister, the best thing that the EU and its member states can do now is three things:
"The first is to remain firm and united in not accepting Russia's ultimatums and demands."
"Second, finalize the list of sanctions you are prepared to impose in the event of a military escalation by Russia and make it available to Russians so they can see what awaits them.
Because so far we have heard discussions about the seriousness of sanctions, but it is time to move on to concreteness. Otherwise, Russia may think that all this is a bluff."
The third element, according to the Minister, is assistance to Ukraine in strengthening its defense, in particular, in the field of cybersecurity.
"Each country can choose the most acceptable way to help Ukraine. Some can provide weapons, others can focus on ammunition, but most importantly, everyone demonstrates the political will to strengthen the defense of Ukraine," said the Minister.
Note.
As reported by Rubryka, this week the European Commission will complete work on a package of powerful potential sanctions against the Russian Federation.
"Sanctions packages (against Russia – ed.) are being developed. They will be large, serious, large-scale. They will affect both individuals and economic, trade, and financial issues," said Dombrovskis.
According to the Executive Vice President of the European Commission, he's not yet able to disclose all the details of the sanctions package, but noted that the restrictions would be large.
The European Commission hasn't officially announced any details of potential sanctions.
EU chief diplomat Josep Borrell said "part of the deterrence is not to provide information," but assured that they would be used "at the right time."
European media sources said that EU countries continue to disagree on how to react to different scenarios, and discuss what Russian actions will be considered an invasion.
