EU Looks to Finalize Ban on Russian Coal

The video discusses recent legislative actions to remove Russia's preferred trade status and embargo oil and gas, pending approval by the House and President. It highlights European debates on coal bans and potential future sanctions on oil and gas, influenced by Russian atrocities in Ukraine. Some countries, like Hungary, may act unilaterally, continuing to import Russian fossil fuels.

What action is the US expected to take regarding Russia's trade status?

• Sign a new trade agreement with Russia

• Increase oil imports from Russia

• Remove Russia's preferred trade status

• Grant Russia a special trade status

What is the main focus of the European debate regarding sanctions?

• Reducing trade with the US

• Increasing military support to Ukraine

• The duration of the coal ban

• Building new pipelines for oil

What is the potential future target of European sanctions?

• Russian oil

• Russian wheat

• Russian technology

• Russian tourism

What has influenced the EU's consideration of natural gas sanctions?

• Environmental concerns

• Economic benefits

• Pressure from the US

• Alleged atrocities by Russian troops

Which country has stated it will continue importing Russian fossil fuels?

• Hungary

• France

• Germany

• Italy