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The Council has imposed restrictive measures on five individuals in view of the situation in Mali, including prominent members of the Malian Transition Government. These individuals are responsible for actions that obstruct and undermine the successful completion of Mali’s political transition.
The role of the European Council and the Council of the EU explained
The European Council
The European Council consists of the heads of state or government of the EU's member states, together with its President and the European Commission President. It defines the EU's general political direction and priorities.
The Council of the EU represents the member states' governments. Informally also known as the EU Council, it is where national ministers from each EU country meet to adopt laws and coordinate policies.
