Politico reports:
[https://www.politico.eu/article/baltic-russia-sanctions-package-eu-raffaele-fitto-moscow-war-economy/]
Baltic nations suffering from Russia sanctions win EU relief
The Commission wants to revive areas that have seen a halt in tourism and foreign investment after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Finland and its Baltic neighbours need a bailout as a result of the sanctions imposed on Russia.
Another great reason for Brexit. No more paying for bailouts.
Meanwhile the Kyiv Post reports:
[https://www.kyivpost.com/post/65059]
EU: Kallas Calls for Immediate, Unconditional Ceasefire and Reparations Loan to Ukraine Backed by Frozen Russian Assets
The vice president of the European Commission said: “We still need to get from a situation where Russia pretends to negotiate to a situation where they need to negotiate.”
Sounds a bit like that old Kenny Rogers song: Just Dropped In (to See What Condition My Condition Was In).
Not sure what Ms Kallas is dropping or smoking but good luck with that.