The European Union is set to impose new sanctions on Russia, aiming to force President Vladimir Putin into a 30-day unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine. Ursula von der Leyen emphasized Putin's refusal to negotiate with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a catalyst for these measures. The sanctions will target the energy and financial sectors, including restrictions on Russian banks and the Nord Stream pipelines. The EU aims to lower the price cap on Russian crude oil and is coordinating with the U.S. for effective action. Despite previous sanctions, Russia's economy continues to struggle, with significant drops in oil and gas revenues. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)