The European Union within the framework of a new package of sanctions against Moscow can ban the export of “bidets, toilet bowls, reservoirs and similar installation products” to the Russian Federation, the portal reported EU observer.
According to the publication, he had in his possession documents confirming Brussels’ respective plans. It is also understood from these that the EU intends to ban the export of hemp yarn, LEDs, forklifts, letter separators, chimneys, bricks, tires and pen tips to Russia.
It is also alleged that the Russian diamond and nuclear industry will not be subject to restrictions.
The publication also states that the restrictions also ban the export of high-tech products that “could be used for weapons systems.” We’re talking electronics, lasers, radio equipment, software, aerospace electronic equipment, marine cameras and rare earth minerals, writes the EUobserver.
According to the portal, it is also proposed to ban the supply of “water guns to suppress protests”, electrical weapons “that cover a large area and can kill many people with electricity”, and “fixed equipment for distribution” to Russia. inactivating or irritating chemicals”.
The text also mentions “pyrotechnic devices for commercial purposes only (for example, for theatrical props, film special effects, and fireworks)”.
10th sanctions package
that the European Union trains the next, already the tenth package of sanctions against Russia, and plans to coincide with the anniversary of its adoption. Special military operation in UkraineEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said earlier.
According to him, the restrictions include trade restrictions totaling 11 billion euros.
In particular, he said, it means banning the export of electronic components used by Russia for military needs.
“We propose to impose restrictions on the export of many electronic components, such as drones, missiles, helicopters, used in Russian systems, among other things,” said von der Leyen.
He promised to ban the export to Russia of industrial and high-tech products, mainly aircraft engines and components, heavy construction equipment and spare parts, communication systems, including those “not supplied from China”.
In response, Head of European Diplomacy Josep Borrell said that the EU will include 47 types of electronic components and around 100 individuals and companies in the 10th package of sanctions against Russia, which is scheduled to come into effect on February 24. According to him, we are talking about politicians, the military and “propagandists”.
The restrictions are also expected to affect the rare earth components used in thermal cameras. Borrell urged EU member states to adopt this sanctions package as soon as possible.