Slovakia Rejects 12-Month Extension for EU Individual Sanctions Against Russia
Slovakia has rejected a 12-month extension for the European Union's individual sanctions package against Russia. The measures, which have been extended multiple times before, are set to expire on September 15.
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While the bloc sought a longer extension to avoid repeated negotiations, Slovakia was the sole holdout among the 27 member countries, as any amendment requires unanimous support.\n\nThe six-month renewal cycle was previously established as a compromise to accommodate former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. However, the Slovak government stated that discussions on the regular six-month review of the sanctions regime are ongoing and are expected to be concluded by September 15, 2026. Technical experts will now review the proposed changes, which include adding 27 individuals and companies to the sanctions list to freeze their assets. The economic sanctions framework remains separate and will stay in force until July 2027.
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Slovakia rejects EU’s plan to lock in Russia sanctions for 12 months
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