European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas said she will propose new sanctions targeting additional entities supporting Russia's military-industrial complex following Moscow's latest large-scale attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.

Condemning the strikes, Kallas said statements of concern alone would not stop the attacks, stressing that military support for Ukraine and pressure on Moscow must be stepped up.

She recalled that the European Union this week disbursed €6 billion under its €90 billion support facility established to strengthen Ukraine's defence capabilities.

"Today, I will propose sanctions against more entities supporting Russia's military-industrial complex in response to these attacks," Kallas said, adding that pressure on Moscow should continue as long as attacks against civilians persist.

She also stressed that the new measures would target companies contributing to Russia's defence industry, including those involved in the production and supply chains of military equipment and unmanned aerial vehicles used in attacks against Ukraine.

"The more Russia attacks civilians, the stronger our response must be," Kallas said, reiterating that the European Union would continue increasing pressure until Moscow realizes it cannot achieve its objectives through military force.

The latest sanctions initiative follows one of the largest Russian aerial assaults on Kyiv in recent weeks, involving missiles and hundreds of drones that caused civilian casualties and widespread damage across the Ukrainian capital.

The proposal is expected to become part of the European Union's ongoing efforts to expand sanctions against Russia's defence sector. Any new package will require the approval of all EU member states before entering into force.(ILKHA)