The EU’s Russia-veto problem has moved – from Orbán to Bulgaria’s Radev

The EU's struggle to agree on a new round of sanctions against Russia has shifted focus from Hungary's Viktor Orbán to Bulgaria's President Radev, highlighting the bloc's vulnerability when any member state can block consensus. Bulgaria's threat to veto the 21st sanctions package underscores a broader issue: the EU's binding rule that requires unanimous consent for sanctions, which makes it easy for one capital to hold the entire bloc hostage. This situation raises questions about the EU's unity and effectiveness in dealing with external threats, especially as it seeks to maintain a cohesive stance against Russia.