Latvia says a suspect in the Leipzig sabotage case had been living in Russia, deepening scrutiny of Europe’s logistics, visa and sanctions systems.
Russia’s oil and gas revenues in July may exceed last year’s by 60%, driven by higher prices and taxes despite EU sanctions aimed at restricting budget financing.
The US has lifted sanctions on Miami-based Bel-Kap-Steel linked to Belarus's metallurgy sector amidst the release of political prisoners and eased diplomatic tensions.
The EU recommends withdrawing €2 million funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia’s participation, raising concerns about democratic values and sanction compliance amid geopolitical tensions.
Two brothers in Germany admitted to smuggling industrial components to Russia via shell companies, violating EU sanctions and exposing enforcement challenges.
Bulgaria plans to veto the EU’s expanded sanctions on Russia, citing risks to its economy and opposing restrictions on the Russian Orthodox Patriarch.
Activists Pussy Riot and Femen protested Russia’s official representation at the Venice Biennale, demanding that political prisoners with pro-Ukrainian views be featured instead.
Slovakia will block the EU’s 20th sanctions package on Russia until its oil supply through the Druzhba pipeline via Ukraine is restored, highlighting energy security tensions.