Bangladesh, Nov. 2 -- Bulgaria has partially restricted the export of fuels to other European Union (EU) countries following new US sanctions targeting Russias oil giant Lukoil and its energy holdings. The decision, approved by Sofias parliament on November 1, marks a significant policy shift by an EU member state and reflects growing concerns about the continents energy security amid geopolitical tensions linked to the ongoing Russia Ukraine conflict.

The move comes after Washington imposed sanctions on Lukoil and Rosneft, two of Russias largest energy companies, accusing Moscow of showing insufficient commitment to a negotiated peace in Ukraine. The Kremlin rejected the allegations, insisting that Russia remains open to diplomatic talk...