Six killed in attacks on Ukraine as EU extends sanctions against Russians

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March 14, 2026
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Six people killed in Ukraine attacks as EU extends sanctions against Russians.

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Six people died in Ukrainian attacks amid ongoing conflict as the European Union extended its sanctions regime against Russia. The EU maintained its sanctions pressure while criticizing the United States for lifting restrictions on Russian oil exports, citing impacts from Middle East conflicts. The move underscores continued transatlantic tensions over coordinating economic pressure on Moscow. The EU's decision to extend sanctions maintains existing financial and trade restrictions against Russian individuals and entities.

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The EU is extending sanctions against Russians while criticizing US sanctions relief on Russian oil exports.

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