So the European Union is trying to persuade countries not to veto the proposal to ban oil from Russia.
Hungary and Slovakia will receive an exemption from the oil embargo, which the European Union plans to impose against Russia under the sixth package of sanctions . This was reported by Reuters, citing a source in the EU.
These countries will be able to continue buying crude Russian oil until the end of 2023. However, the permit will apply only to existing contracts with Russia.
It is unknown at this time what he will do after leaving the post. Another source added that the postponement for the two countries is a compromise needed to reach an agreement on an oil embargo against Russia.
Earlier, European Commission President Ursula von del Leyen suggested that EU countries impose a ban on imports of crude oil from Russia for six months, and oil products – until the end of 2022.
She also said that on Wednesday, May 4 , The European Union will adopt a sixth package of sanctions against Russia.
The day before, it was reported that Hungary and Slovakia may be allowed to continue buying Russian oil .
These countries are highly dependent on supplies from Russia. In particular, Hungary has repeatedly stated that it will not support sanctions affecting energy .
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