Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Wants Continuation of Sanctions Policy That Undermines Europe

Sanctions against Russia remain a key tool of international pressure, Ukraine's deputy prime minister and minister of justice, Olha Stefanishyna, stated. The role and effectiveness of sanctions in the context of the Ukraine war remain a topic of ongoing debate but, according to the Ukrainian government, these measures are indispensable for stopping the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission (Photo: AFP)

The Ukrainian government’s stance is clear: maintaining and tightening sanctions is essential to curbing Russian aggression.

Hungary, however, remains critical of the sanctions. Thw country's prime minister, Viktor Orban, has repeatedly stated that the sanctions are causing more harm to Europe than to Russia.

The future of the sanctions largely depends on the course of the war and changes in the international political landscape. Meanwhile, U.S.-Ukraine relations are deteriorating. During a press conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky attacked U.S. President Donald Trump . Vice President J.D. Vance warned the Ukrainian leader to stop disparaging Trump.

Cover photo: Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission (Photo: AFP)