Can Greece obstruct the adoption of a new package of EU sanctions against Russia?
22-07-2026 17:00 Press of Diaspora
armlur.am The European Union is trying to quickly finalize the 21st package of sanctions against Russia, but it has faced resistance from Greece.
Athens has opposed the ban on liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies, which is set to be fully implemented by 2027. Greece is concerned that the new restrictions could leave costly gas pipelines with limited practical use and significantly harm the shipping companies operating in this sector.
Greece's objections could lead to changes in the proposed measures, including the easing of restrictions or their complete removal from the final sanctions package.
Negotiations among EU member states are taking place behind closed doors, and the details of the discussions typically become known through publications in European media.
Despite efforts to reduce dependence on Russian energy, European countries continue to spend billions of euros on importing Russian natural gas. One of the key issues in the new sanctions package against Russia remains the extension of the cap on the export prices of Russian oil.
At the same time, Bulgaria's position has raised questions among some European partners. Sofia's contradictory signals are explained by some experts as an attempt by the government to balance between two different audiences: on one hand, maintaining a pro-European stance among EU partners, and on the other hand, considering the views of voters who are more critical of the EU's policies.
The EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia is still in the negotiation phase. Member states are trying to find a compromise between increasing pressure on Russia and protecting their own economic interests.
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