The British government unveiled 100 additional sanctions on Tuesday, aimed at Russia's military, energy, and financial sectors, as well as individuals implicated in disseminating misinformation about the Ukraine crisis. The United Kingdom pledged to push for a reduction in the $60-per-barrel oil price threshold, which would further limit Russia's revenue, according to Xinhua.
On the same day, the European Union approved its 17th round of sanctions against Russia, with the goal of increasing pressure for a cease-fire in Ukraine.
In response, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated that Russia will not accept ultimatums and accused Europe of attempting to prolong the conflict by rearming Ukraine.
