The European Union is debating new sanctions against Russia — and this time they could hit the energy sector.
— in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine — which has now been seized by Russian forces.
One official told CNBC that ministers will discuss energy sanctions today, "but no major decision is expected." While another said that both defensive and offensive sanctions against Russia would be looked at.
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