European Council calls for “urgent preparation” of new sanctions against Belarus

February 25, BPN. Following a meeting on February 24, the European Council called for the “urgent preparation and adoption” of new “individual and economic sanctions” that “will also cover Belarus.” This is one of the decisions made by the highest political body of the European Union in the evening of February 24 in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Earlier, the President of the European Council Charles Michel addressed “Belarus and its people”: “You have a choice: not to support Russia’s destructive actions. You have a choice not to take part in this needless tragedy against your neighbours in Ukraine. And we, the EU, stand rock solid. United, firm and determined. Together with NATO, together with our allies, partners and friends. To hold Russia accountable. To support Ukraine. And to protect peace in Europe. We stand shoulder to shoulder with all countries across the world,” Michel said.