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The European Union went on concessions to Greece, Cyprus and Malta, whose tankers transport Russian oil by sea. This was reported by Politico.
According to the publication, in October, Hungary, Greece, Cyprus and Malta opposed price restrictions on Russian oil transported by sea.
However, later the Euractiv Portal reported that Greece and Cyprus retreated from its claims. In turn, Politico reports that the EU has pledged support to these countries.
The publication says that in return, Brussels eased sanctions on a number of other Russian goods, including cement and fertilizers, to soften the blow. to the shipping industry of these countries.
From December 5, the European Union will ban the import of Russian oil delivered by sea. Restrictions on petroleum products will apply from February 5.