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EU Proposes Stricter Sanctions on Russia, LNG Ban by 2027

9/26/2025

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed sanctions on Russia, including banning LNG imports by 2027.
The sanctions aim to cut Russia's war revenues but have failed to pressure Moscow. Germany backs stricter visa regulations for Russian travelers, but some EU countries oppose.
In 2024, Europe imported €67.5 billion in Russian goods and LNG imports reached 16.5 million tonnes.

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed sanctions on Russia, including banning LNG imports by 2027.
The sanctions aim to cut Russia's war revenues but have failed to pressure Moscow. Germany backs stricter visa regulations for Russian travelers, but some EU countries oppose.
In 2024, Europe imported €67.5 billion in Russian goods and LNG imports reached 16.5 million tonnes.