The European Union (EU) has decided to impose sanctions on Wagner, a Russian militant group.

  • World
  • December 11, 2021

Posted: Last Updated:

In response to the instability of the Russian private military group “Wagner” in Europe and Africa, Brussels on Friday decided to impose “major” sanctions on it. During a meeting of European foreign ministers on Monday, the EU will impose visa bans and property freezes on individuals and companies associated with the group.

The European Union (EU) on Friday decided to impose “major” sanctions on the United States Wagner Group of Russia In response to its unstable operations in Europe and Africa, diplomatic sources said on Friday.

EU foreign ministers are expected to agree to the sanctions when they meet in Brussels on Monday. Sanctions include visa bans and property freezes in the EU against individuals and companies associated with the group.

A ‘comprehensive answer’ to Russia

The decision, which was unanimously approved at a meeting on November 15, will be published in the Official Gazette later. “More important than the numbers are the names of the targeted individuals and their activities,” said one European ambassador.

Another diplomat described it as “a comprehensive response to the actions of a country (Russia) that is a refuge for Wagner”. “Wagner is a private Russian military company used to disrupt security in Europe and other neighboring countries, especially in Africa,” he explained. He said the sanctions were aimed at “the large number of illegal activities” carried out by the company in Europe and Africa. “Many EU regimes are used to operate regimes where the company is concentrated,” he said.

Wagner is present in 23 countries in Russia’s sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Mali and the Central African Republic, but a European source explained that it also intervenes in Libya, Syria and Ukraine.

See also  Four children have been rescued alive 40 days after the plane crashed into the bush

On November 15, French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian announced that European sanctions targeted Wagner’s members and companies working directly with them. France has warned Moscow that sending Russian mercenaries into the Sahel-South Sahara region is “unacceptable”.

France 24 / AFP

  • Rolf Colon

    "Creator. Award-winning problem solver. Music evangelist. Incurable introvert."

    Related Posts

    • World
    • January 11, 2024
    • 1073 views
    Japan is inspired by creative ideas to build earthquake-resistant homes

    For more than a century, Japan has been able to build earthquake-resistant homes on this island known for its severe earthquakes. Last week, after a 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit Ishikawa Prefecture…

    • World
    • January 10, 2024
    • 859 views
    More than 23 thousand martyrs.. Gaza health announced the new death toll news

    Today, Wednesday, the Ministry of Health in Gaza announced that the death toll from the Israeli occupation has risen to 23,357 martyrs, with 59,410 injured since the war began on…

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    You Missed

    How to Choose the Right Mattress: Find the Best Fit for You

    How to Choose the Right Mattress: Find the Best Fit for You

    Emils Kerimovs on Wealthtech Revolution: Investing in the Middle East and Africa

    Emils Kerimovs on Wealthtech Revolution: Investing in the Middle East and Africa

    Forex Brokers Review: Is ITBFX A Safe Broker?

    Forex Brokers Review: Is ITBFX A Safe Broker?

    Best Kitchen Renovation Ideas to Upgrade Your Space

    Best Kitchen Renovation Ideas to Upgrade Your Space

    Where to Get a Professional Massage in Dubai

    Where to Get a Professional Massage in Dubai

    Dog Spay Surgery 101: Benefits, Risks, Cost, and Aftercare

    Dog Spay Surgery 101: Benefits, Risks, Cost, and Aftercare