A Reuters report says the US told Russia at the G20 not to expect sanctions relief before the war in Ukraine ends, as European officials protested Moscow’s presence.
President Zelensky meets US Senate amid vote on new Russia sanctions, raising implications for UK and EU markets and sterling.
Bulgaria plans to veto the EU’s new Russia sanctions, citing risks to its energy sector and economy, raising concerns for UK and European markets and sterling stability.
The EU has extended sanctions on Russia for one year, influencing UK and European markets amid shifting political support within the bloc.
Slovakia blocks the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia until Russian oil supplies via Ukraine’s Druzhba pipeline resume, affecting EU energy security and financial aid.