In today's episode, we explore the European Union's preparation for its 17th sanctions package against Russia, coordinated closely with the United States. We discuss the implications of Ukraine's acceptance of an unconditional ceasefire and its new agreement on critical minerals with the US. Join us as we delve into the details of these sanctions and their potential impact on the ongoing conflict.

Sources:

https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250502-european-union-prepares-new-sanctions-on-russia-over-ukraine-war-jean-noel-barrot

https://caspiannews.com/news-detail/eu-to-impose-new-sanctions-on-russia-in-coordination-with-us-over-ukraine-ceasefire-deadlock-2025-5-3-0/

https://novayagazeta.eu/articles/2025/05/02/eu-and-us-to-jointly-develop-bone-crushing-sanctions-package-on-russia-en-news

https://euromaidanpress.com/2025/05/02/eu-plans-17th-sanctions-package-against-russia-over-ukraine-invasion/

https://odessa-journal.com/brussels-is-preparing-the-17th-round-of-sanctions-against-russia