Russian oil embargo: Borrell optimistic about agreement

EU member states will be able to agree on one new package of sanctions against Russia, which will include restrictions on Russian oil importsduring the discussions that are taking place, said today the head of European diplomacy Josep Borel.

“We have to decide unanimously. “Discussions took place yesterday afternoon and will take place this morning and throughout the afternoon,” he said. Borel speaking on the France Info network.

“I believe that this afternoon we will be able to present an agreement to the leaders of the Member States.”he added, as broadcast by Reuters and rebroadcast by the Athenian News Agency.

Asked if EU plans to ban Russian oil imports could fail due to opposition from Hungary and other Eastern European countries, Borrell said: “No, I do not believe (…) there will be an agreement in the end.”

Source: News Beast

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