No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, says EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas
The European Union is currently negotiating a 21st package of sanctions against Russia, with plans to add 250 individuals and entities to the list. While officials hope for a swift agreement, debates continue regarding potential bans on maritime services and restrictions on liquefied natural gas.
Why it matters
The outcome of these sanctions will impact the ongoing economic pressure on Russia and test the EU's unity regarding energy security versus economic interests.
European Union (EU) countries have yet to reach agreement on a broad 21st package of sanctions against Russia , but may decide on Monday (July 13, 2026), to add 250 individuals and entities to their Russia sanctions list, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said.
“We are hoping that we get 250 listings agreed, this is the biggest number of listings we have done so far,” Ms. Kallas said before a meeting of EU Foreign Affairs Ministers in Brussels.
“When it comes to the 21st package, there are still some open questions,” she added.
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