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EU to target Nord Stream and Russian oil cap in new sanctions package, FT reports

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Posted on June 10, 2025

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(Reuters) -The European Commission is to propose lowering the Russian oil price cap and banning the use of Nord Stream infrastructure as part of a fresh round of sanctions against Moscow, the

EU Proposes New Sanctions Targeting Nord Stream and Russian Oil

(Reuters) -The European Commission is to propose lowering the Russian oil price cap and banning the use of Nord Stream infrastructure as part of a fresh round of sanctions against Moscow, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.

The package will include lowering the existing oil price cap from $60 to $45 per barrel, as well as banning the use of Russian energy infrastructure, including the two Nord Stream pipelines, the report said citing three people familiar with the proposal.

Reuters could not immediately confirm the report.

(Reporting by Mrinmay Dey in Bengaluru; Editing by Sharon Singleton)

Key Takeaways

  • EU proposes new sanctions against Russia.
  • Lowering Russian oil price cap from $60 to $45 per barrel.
  • Ban on using Nord Stream infrastructure.
  • Sanctions aim to pressure Moscow.
  • Proposal reported by Financial Times.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the proposed change to the Russian oil price cap?
The European Commission plans to lower the existing oil price cap from $60 to $45 per barrel.
What infrastructure is included in the new sanctions?
The sanctions will ban the use of Russian energy infrastructure, specifically targeting the two Nord Stream pipelines.
Who reported the details of the new sanctions?
The details of the new sanctions were reported by the Financial Times, but Reuters could not immediately confirm the report.

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