The EU ministers meet in Brussels. They talk about the Middle East. They talk about homes of Israel in the West Jordan Land. These homes break the law. Some countries want to stop buying goods from there.
Spain and Ireland want these punishments. Germany and the Czech Republic say no. All countries must agree on the new rules. They do not agree yet.
The war in Ukraine is a big topic. The EU plans new punishments against Russia. This is the 21st package of punishments. It targets 250 people and firms. It also hits energy and money trade.
Beate Meinl-Reisinger attends for Austria. Guests from Ukraine are there too. They talk about safety in Europe. Bulgaria does not want some punishments against Russia.
