Hungary and Slovakia Challenge EU, Brussels Blocks 12-Month Sanctions on Putin | Times Now World

The European Union extended sanctions for six months against more than 2,500 Russian individuals and entities, including President Vladimir Putin, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, top military officials, oligarchs, and those involved in the abduction of Ukrainian children. Hungary and Slovakia sought limited deletions, exposing divisions within the bloc, while Brussels rejected a proposed 12-month sanctions renewal, keeping the six-month cycle intact. The move aligns with U.S. efforts, targeting Russian oil buyers and evasion networks. The EU also reaffirmed its plan to phase out Russian fossil fuels by 2027, signaling continued pressure on Moscow and coordinated Western resolve amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. #eu #russia #putin #ukraine #sanctions #hungary #slovakia #europe #kremlin #geopolitics #europeanunion #oligarchs #military #energy #oil #fossilfuels #brussels #westernallies #internationalnews #breakingnews #tnworld #timesnowworld #worldnews #internationalnews #timesnews #newsworld ​Subscribe now: http://bit.ly/3VHIl37 Times Now World is your definitive source for comprehensive global news and analysis. At Times Now World, we bring you breaking news and real-time updates on US news, US elections, Trump, Biden, Putin, Zelensky, Russia-Ukraine war, Israel-Hamas conflict, Gaza, China-Taiwan tensions, Hungary news, NATO updates, and EU developments. Stay informed with our in-depth coverage of politics, economics, and current affairs, exclusively on Times Now World. Explore diverse perspectives and expert insights on international relations, technology, and more, all on Times Now World. Engage with dynamic discussions on global issues, including NATO news and EU updates, on Times Now World. Follow compelling stories and impactful reports on Times Now World. Discover the pulse of international affairs with Times Now World's extensive coverage of global events.