EU maintains Russia energy sanctions despite US diesel deal, von der Leyen says

European Commission President von der Leyen reaffirmed that EU sanctions on Russian energy will remain in place, dismissing any notion of easing despite a reported US diesel purchase deal. The statement underscores a firm EU stance and signals no near-term policy shift, though the US deal introduces potential friction within the Western alliance.

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