The European Union is pushing for a new sanctions package against Russia to pressure Vladimir Putin into accepting a ceasefire in Ukraine, despite opposition from Hungary and lack of US coordination. Ursula von der Leyen announced the preparation of an 18th sanctions package, while Kaja Kallas emphasized the need for increased pressure. Trump and Putin discussed a potential ceasefire, but Trump is hesitant to impose new sanctions. The EU aims to tighten the price cap on Russian oil and has plans to phase out Russian energy imports by 2027. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)