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Belarus: von der Leyen, new sanctions needed

Against those who violated democratic values, human rights

14 August, 13:10
(ANSA) - TRIESTE, 14 AGO - The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen has called for new sanctions against Belarus today. "We need additional sanctions against those who violated democratic values or abused human rights in Belarus," von der Leyen wrote on Twitter.

"I am confident today's EU Foreign Ministers' discussion will demonstrate our strong support for the rights of the people in Belarus to fundamental freedoms and democracy," she added.

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