Media: The EU is discussing details of a new package of sanctions against Russia

The European Union is allegedly considering introducing a new package of sanctions against Russia, which could include $5.3 billion in trade restrictions. About this reports Bloomberg, citing sources.

According to the agency, the 12th package of proposed measures includes restrictions on the export of welding machines, chemicals and other technologies. Bans on software licensing and restrictions on imports of machined metals and aluminum products, construction products, transportation-related products and diamonds are also being considered.

The package of measures is aimed at “depriving Russia of the ability to circumvent existing bans through third countries.” According to the interlocutors, the EU intends to add even more goods to the existing transit ban and include companies in third countries on the list.

It is also expected that more than 100 individuals and four dozen legal entities will be included in the sanctions lists.

In June the European Union approved 11th package of sanctions against Russia. Restrictions were introduced against 87 organizations that allegedly support the Russian Federation, as well as 100 Russians, including entrepreneurs, military personnel, journalists, etc. In addition, the EU banned the export to the Russian market of new and used cars with an engine capacity of over 1.9 liters, and also electric vehicles and hybrids. Calls of any tankers from Russia to their ports, as well as the entry of trailers and semi-trailers, are also included in the European sanctions list.