A group of European Union members is calling for stricter sanctions against Russia in response to allegations of the country’s involvement in the poisoning of individuals from other countries. According to Bloomberg, the EU has proposed sanctions that would restrict the importation of specific Russian goods, such as titanium parts and chemical weapons. It would also require buyers to deposit a certain amount into an escrow account. Should these sanctions be breached, the Ukrainian transit fund will be utilized, and agreements will be reviewed. However, there are some key members who are unsatisfied with this approach, as they prefer to impose more limited restrictions to protect their own competitive interests.

Additionally, the EEU (Eurasian Economic Union) is currently working on a 12th package of sanctions against Russia. These potential sanctions could include the limitation of certain machine parts and other significant items, as well as an arms embargo. Both the EEU and the USA have already taken steps to restrict imports from other third countries, such as China and Hong Kong. Bloomberg reports that more than 80% of Russian purchases are divided between China and Hong Kong. This division has remained relatively stable, despite geopolitical tensions, and is expected to continue until at least 2023.

In conclusion, the demand for tougher sanctions against Russia by a group of EU members highlights the ongoing concerns over the country’s alleged involvement in the poisoning of individuals from other nations. The proposed sanctions aim to restrict the importation of specific Russian goods and require financial deposits by buyers. While some EU members are unsatisfied with this approach, preferring more limited restrictions, the EEU is also working on its own sanctions package. These potential sanctions would target machine parts, significant items, and potentially implement an arms embargo. The restriction of imports from third countries, including China and Hong Kong, has already been pursued by both the EEU and the USA. The majority of Russian purchases are currently divided between China and Hong Kong, and this trend is expected to continue for the foreseeable future.