Sky News reported on the possible easing of anti-Russian sanctions by the EU

The European Union (EU) is considering the possibility of easing sanctions against Russia in the event of a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine. This was reported on August 13 by Sky News TV channel, citing sources.

"Ukraine's allies assess the gradual easing of sanctions against Russia if it is possible to agree on a complete cease—fire," the publication says.

According to the newspaper, the EU hopes that a 15-day truce in the conflict in Ukraine will be reached immediately before a more "sustained pause in hostilities" can occur. At the same time, in the case of a temporary truce, anti-Russian sanctions will continue to apply, and in case of any violations during the "steady pause" restrictions will be re-imposed, clarifiesГазета.Ru ".

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Earlier in the day, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that in the event of an unsuccessful outcome of the Russian-American summit in Alaska, Washington could strengthen sanctions. Bessent clarified that sanctions can be either tightened or weakened. According to him, restrictions may also have a limited duration or be indefinite.

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