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Drop the Hammer on Russia, Greens Urge Merz
It's time for Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) to beef up sanctions against Russia, according to the Greens, following the deadline for a Ukraine ceasefire.
To put pressure on the Kremlin, Germany has been a major supporter of European Union (EU) sanctions, often working closely with the United States. A crucial part of this strategy, as recent happenings suggest, is to tighten the screws on Russia's Nord Stream gas pipelines.
The ongoing EU discussions – the 18th round of sanctions – propose a ban on transactions linked to the Nord Stream pipelines, as well as additional sanctions on Russian banks and energy exports. The oil price cap is also being reduced from $60 to $45 per barrel. These moves aim to limit Russia's financing for its war efforts.
Germany's stance is firm, but the EU process has its challenges. All 27 member states need to agree on sanctions, and countries like Hungary and Slovakia have hinted at potential vetoes due to energy supply and economic concerns. Nevertheless, Germany is pushing for strong measures in tandem with key allies.
However, it's essential to remember that unity within the EU is vital for the success of these sanctions. Transatlantic collaboration, particularly the U.S.'s participation, is indispensable for the effectiveness and global reach of the sanctions regime.
- The Greens are urging Friedrich Merz to strengthen policy-and-legislation against Russia, as part of the ongoing war-and-conflicts debate.
- General-news is abuzz with discussions about Germany's push for tougher sanctions on Russia, including transactions linked to the Nord Stream pipelines and additional sanctions on Russian banks and energy exports.
