EU's Dombrovskis: 'Difficult to Say' If Russia Plans to Invade

The video discusses the EU's strategy to deter Russia from further aggression towards Ukraine through sanctions and financial support. It highlights the EU's €1.2 billion macro financial assistance to Ukraine and the potential economic impact of sanctions on EU countries. The video also covers efforts to reduce EU's reliance on Russian gas and speculates on Russia's intentions. The EU aims to balance the sanctions' effects on Russia and its own economy while maintaining unity among member states.

What is the primary goal of the EU's sanctions against Russia?

• To support Russian economic growth

• To deter Russia from further aggression

• To increase trade with Russia

• To reduce EU's energy prices

What is the EU's stance on the potential impact of sanctions on its own economy?

• The EU believes there will be no impact

• The EU is prepared to accept some economic impact

• The EU expects a positive economic impact

• The EU plans to ignore any economic impact

How much financial assistance is the EU providing to Ukraine in the discussed program?

• €4 billion

• €3 billion

• €1.2 billion

• €500 million

What is the EU's approach to working with other international donors for Ukraine?

• The EU is working independently

• The EU is only working with the US

• The EU is not providing any financial assistance

• The EU is coordinating with the IMF and other donors

What is one of the short-term measures the EU is considering to address high energy prices?

• Increasing fossil fuel imports

• Providing support to households and businesses

• Building more nuclear power plants

• Reducing energy consumption

What long-term strategy is the EU pursuing to reduce reliance on fossil fuels?

• Expanding natural gas pipelines

• Building more oil refineries

• Phasing out fossil fuels according to the European Green Deal

• Increasing coal production

What is the EU's perspective on Russia's potential invasion of Ukraine?

• The EU is unconcerned about Russia's actions

• The EU acknowledges uncertainty but stresses the need for deterrence

• The EU believes Russia is bluffing

• The EU is certain Russia will invade