EU poised to sanction over Russian grain ship docking in Haifa

The EU says it is ready to sanction those involved in the sale of Ukrainian grain stolen by Russia after the Panama-flagged vessel Panormitis loaded with about 6,200 tonnes of wheat and 19,000 tonnes of barley docked in Haifa; sanctions require unanimity among the 27 member states, and Kyiv urges European action as tensions with Israel rise. Israel will review the ship and national authorities will act in accordance with the law, while Brussels has warned it could target individuals or entities involved in the illicit trade.