# EU adopts new sanctions in response to Russian airstrikes on Kyiv

https://mins.news/en/item/16071

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-08-07 10:45 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/eu-adopts-new-sanctions-in-response-to-russian-airstrikes-on-kyiv/

> The European Union has adopted new sanctions in response to Russian airstrikes on Kyiv. Kaja Kallas, the EU’s top diplomat, said every new attack on Ukraine gives Europe another reason to tighten pressure on Russia. Her statement framed the measures as a response to the continuing attacks and called for a tougher European stance toward Moscow.

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