EU ambassadors have approved a new sanctions package targeting Russia.

In response to Russia’s refusal to agree to a ceasefire, Europeans are set to impose a tough 17th package of EU sanctions. However, it may be weaker than expected. The package has already received approval from EU ambassadors. Hungary and Slovakia, which rely on Russian energy imports, have supported the package due to its relative weakness.

The decision will further restrict Moscow’s access to battlefield technology and blacklist 189 additional Russian shadow fleet vessels. The new sanctions package is expected to be finally approved on May 20. Considering previous sanctions packages, with the newest package, nearly 350 shadow vessels will be under EU restrictions.

European Commission Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis stressed that the EC will continue to pressure Russia with sanctions; after the 17th package is approved, the EU will begin work on the next round.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry added that new restrictions may also target the Russian banking sector.

Meanwhile, the Ukrainian Parliament adopted a draft law to put restrictions on specific vessels and aircraft involved in Russia’s transportation of oil, weapons, and military personnel.