Montenegro, Albania, Norway and Ukraine declared their intention to coordinate their national policy with the extension of sanctions against the Russian Federation. This was reported by the press service of the EU Council on Friday, August 31.

"Candidate countries Montenegro and Albania, as well as the country of the European Free Trade Association Norway, which is a member of the European Economic Area, like Ukraine, accede to this declaration," it follows from the statement. It is noted that the authorities of these countries will ensure the conformity of the national policy with the decision of the Council of the European Union. For its part, the European Union takes note of this commitment and welcomes it.

On the extension of six months - until January 31, 2019. - Economic sanctions against Russia EU declared July 5.