EU leaders vote to extend sanctions on Russia over Ukraine conflict

The leaders of the European Union (EU) have agreed to extend sanctions against Russia over its actions in Ukraine, following a similar move by the US this week.

EU leaders vote to extend sanctions on Russia over Ukraine conflict

The leaders of the European Union (EU) have agreed to extend sanctions against Russia over its actions in Ukraine, following a similar move by the US this week.

European Council president Donald Tusk tweeted on Thursday while hosting an EU summit in Brussels: "Agreed. EU will extend economic sanctions against Russia."

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