Cyber attacks: EU introduces sanctions against Russia

The EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, ahead of the meeting of foreign ministers in Brussels on 13 July 2026. Credit: Michael Brandt/picture alliance via Getty Images

The European Union raises serious allegations against Russia. It involves an extensive network of cyber attacks, espionage and sabotage organised by government agencies and private actors. The EU has responded with new and severe sanctions.

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