EU Proposes Ban on Video Game Sales to Russia

EU proposes bans on aluminium, video game consoles in new Russia sanctions
The European Commission proposed banning imports of Russian primary aluminium imports and restricting sales of video game consoles to Russia in a 16th package of sanctions over its invasion of Ukraine,
EU Proposes Ban on Video Game Sales to Russia in New Sanctions
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission included restrictions on sales of video games and joysticks to Russia in its 16th package of sanctions on Moscow, the proposal document showed. The restrictions would impact sales of consoles like Microsoft's Xbox, Nintendo's Switch and Sony Playstation.
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EU plans new Russia sanctions, targeting aluminum and gaming consoles
The European Commission has introduced a new set of proposed sanctions against Russia in response to its ongoing invasion of Ukraine, Reuters reported on Wednesday. This 16th package of sanctions includes significant economic measures aimed at further isolating Russia from international trade,
EU to ban gaming devices to prevent Russian drone use
EU foreign policy chief Kaia Kallas said the bloc will include gaming consoles, such as Sony’s PlayStation and Microsoft’s Xbox, in its next round of sanctions marking the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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