European Union leaders agreed during a summit in Brussels on Thursday to extend sanctions against Russia for an additional twelve months. The decision, confirmed by the spokesperson for the European Council President António Costa, Maria Tomasiková, signals continued pressure on Moscow. The sanctions were initially imposed following Russia’s actions in Ukraine and are aimed at impacting the Russian economy and influencing its foreign policy. This extension demonstrates a unified front among EU member states regarding their approach to Russia. Further details regarding the specific measures included in the sanctions were not immediately released. The move is expected to be formalized in the coming days. This prolongation underscores the EU’s sustained response to the ongoing geopolitical situation.