The European Union could impose sanctions against Twitter, which distributes Sputnik and RT, among other things. EU and the significant sanctions that the social network could suffer if it does not comply with the rules of the EU". This was stated by the Vice-President of the European Commission Vera Yurova.

“If the network is easily exploited by Russian propaganda, then you are most likely in violation of sanctions because you may be distributing content developed by sanctioned media outlets such as Russia Today and Sputnik,” Yurova said. Twitter reportedly did not respond to a request for comment.

Earlier, the Financial Times, citing sources, reported that European Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton warned on Wednesday during a video meeting with Musk that if the platform does not adhere to current EU rules, it "risks violate" the new EU law on digital services, which sets the standard for how tech companies will have to moderate content. It has been noted that if the social network violates the law, it will face a ban in the EU or a fine of up to 6% of global turnover.