Russia-Ukraine war latest: EU agrees ‘landmark’ Russian oil ban; Moscow claims a third of Sievierodonetsk under its control – live

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EU leaders have backed a partial embargo on Russian oil after talks stretched late into Monday night at a summit in Brussels.

The president of the European Council, Charles Michel, hailed the deal as a “remarkable achievement” that would place “maximum pressure on Russia to end the war”.

The sanctions will immediately impact 75% of Russian oil imports. And by the end of the year, 90% of the Russian oil imported in Europe will be banned,” Michel said.

This is a remarkable achievement by the European Council.

We do not underestimate all the difficulties. We know that we needed a few weeks before we were able to take a decision.

A landmark decision to cripple Putin’s war machine.

Our unity is our strength.”

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