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    The European Commission is working on a sanctions package against Russia, but details and timing are still unclear.

    by VT Markets
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    Sep 11, 2025
    The European Union is getting ready to launch its 19th sanctions package against Russia. This new package mainly aims at reducing Russia’s income from fossil fuels and targeting a ‘shadow fleet’ of tankers. However, there is no set schedule for when these sanctions will actually take effect. European Commission President von der Leyen has indicated that work is underway, but she hasn’t shared any specific details. The sanctions may affect Russia’s financial systems, including payment networks, credit card services, and cryptocurrency exchanges, in addition to the oil targets already mentioned.

    Impact On Energy Markets

    As the European Commission develops this 19th sanctions package, we can expect increased instability in energy markets. Looking back at the energy price spikes from 2022, new measures aimed at Russia’s fossil fuel income or its shadow tanker fleet could disrupt supply and drive crude oil prices higher. With Brent crude prices consistently around $92 to $95 per barrel for most of the last quarter, this uncertainty could lead to a significant price movement. The focus on the “shadow fleet” is important because it’s how millions of barrels of Russian oil currently enter global markets. Imposing sanctions on these tankers would greatly reduce physical supply, likely raising the price of Brent crude futures compared to other benchmarks. Therefore, it may be wise to consider investing in call options on major oil ETFs in the weeks ahead to take advantage of possible price increases.

    Potential Financial Implications

    We are also keeping an eye on any actions against payment systems, as this could affect Russia’s economy and currency. The exchange rate between the USD and RUB has shown a strong reaction to geopolitical events this year, with recent trading above 105. This may present an opportunity for traders to hedge against or speculate on further Ruble weakness using currency futures. Create your live VT Markets account and start trading now.

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