The European Union's proposed 21st sanctions package against Russia has hit a roadblock, as Greece has vetoed the measure in a bid to protect its domestic shipping interests. The Greek government is seeking exemptions for a shipping company that operates specialized Arctic liquefied natural gas carriers.
The move has significant implications for the global energy market, as the proposed sanctions aimed to tighten pressure on Russia's energy exports. The Greek veto has left the sanctions package in limbo, with the EU's ability to impose the restrictions now uncertain. The situation highlights the complex geopolitics surrounding energy trade and the challenges of balancing competing interests in the maritime industry.