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EU diplomats agree new Russia sanctions, target gold

Published July 20, 2022 Updated July 20, 2022 07:24pm
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BRUSSELS: European Union diplomats meeting in Brussels on Wednesday agreed a new round of sanctions against Russia for invading Ukraine, one person involved in the discussions told Reuters.

The sanctions - due to target gold, as well as more individuals and entities - will take effect after short formal procedures are completed, added the diplomat who spoke under condition of anonymity.

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