The European Union on Friday agreed an 18th package of sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine, including measures aimed at dealing further blows to the Russian oil and energy industry.

General Christopher Donahue, commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, said allies could seize Kaliningrad "in a timeframe that is unheard of."

The UK joined the European Union’s efforts to diminish Russia’s revenues further by lowering the price cap on its crude oil, extending a broader push to pressure the Kremlin for continuing the war in Ukraine.

The European Union's recent sanctions on Russian oil, energy, banking and defence industries are aimed at degrading Moscow's "war economy" while preserving global oil market stability, said Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union to India Herve Delphin on Saturday.

An internal admission from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reveals Beijing's concern over Russia's defeat in Ukraine, raising alarm among EU officials and exposing China's deeper involvement despite public neutrality.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled a proposal for a long-term EU budget that she says will total $2.3 trillion.

Shoigu warns of deception and economic fallout among NATO allies, says EU defense push undermines global stability - Anadolu Ajansı

Clearing house chief executive cautions against move to raise more money for Ukraine by investing in riskier assets