Bulgaria reportedly sought removal of Russian figures from EU sanctions list

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First seen: Aug 28, 2026, 10:02 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 28, 2026, 12:46 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

Bulgaria reportedly sought to remove a Russian minister and a Russian bank from the European Union sanctions list. The headline indicates a dispute over sanctions policy.

SO WHAT?

Changes to EU sanctions could affect pressure on Russia and European unity.

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Foreign Minister faces questions in Parliament over Bulgaria getting individuals removed from EU sanctions list

Aug 28, 2026, 12:46 PM UTC

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Bulgaria Sought Russian Minister and Russian Bank Off EU Sanctions List - Novinite.com

Aug 28, 2026, 10:02 AM UTC