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EU Commission chief says bloc ready to impose more sanctions on Russia if ceasefire breached

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Posted on May 10, 2025

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EU Commission chief says bloc ready to impose more sanctions on Russia if ceasefire breached
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EU Prepared to Impose Sanctions on Russia for Ceasefire Breach

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Saturday backed a proposed unconditional 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine and said that the EU is ready to impose further biting sanctions on Russia in the event of a breach of a ceasefire.

(Reporting by Lili Bayer; Editing by Tomasz Janowski)

Key Takeaways

  • EU supports a 30-day unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine.
  • Ursula von der Leyen warns of more sanctions on Russia.
  • Sanctions will be imposed if the ceasefire is breached.
  • The EU is prepared to take further action against Russia.
  • The situation in Ukraine remains tense and monitored by the EU.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is the EU's readiness to impose further sanctions on Russia if a ceasefire in Ukraine is breached.
What action is the EU prepared to take?
The EU is prepared to impose more sanctions on Russia if the ceasefire in Ukraine is violated.
Who is Ursula von der Leyen?
Ursula von der Leyen is the President of the European Commission.

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