Ukraine's European allies have threatened to impose new sanctions on Russia, in particular to block the "Nord Stream 2" gas pipeline that connects Russia to Germany, if the Kremlin does not agree to a 30-day ceasefire. This is what The Wall Street Journal writes.
According to EU officials, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed the idea of sanctions against "Nord Stream 2" with new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his visit to Brussels on Friday. It is noted that this step will require the support of all EU member states.
The restrictions will be introduced if Russia refuses or violates the ceasefire agreement.
The WSJ writes that the Kremlin has raised the issue of reviving "Nord Stream" in talks with the US administration, but notes that European Union sanctions will block any such efforts.