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EU Council extends sanctions on over 2,500 Russian-linked individuals and entities undermining Ukraine’s territorial integrity, including travel bans and asset freezes, until 15 March 2026
These restrictive measures, which include travel bans, asset freezes, and prohibitions on making funds or economic resources available to the listed parties, will remain in effect until 15 March 2026. This decision underscores the EU’s commitment to holding accountable those involved in Russia’s ongoing military aggression against Ukraine..
EC President Ursula von der Leyen calls for suspending segments of the EU-Israel trade deal, sanctioning extremist Israeli officials, and freezing EU funds, while maintaining support for civil society
She proposed suspending the trade section of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, targeting extremist Israeli ministers and settlers with sanctions, and freezing €14 billion in EU project funds and €6 million in annual regional support to Israel. However, support for Israeli civil society and institutions like Yad Vashem would continue…
EU adopts its 18th sanctions package against Russia, tightening oil price caps and export controls, blocking key banks, and targeting shadow fleet vessels and entities supporting the war in Ukraine
The new measures focus on five building blocks: cutting Russia’s energy revenues, hitting Russia’s banking sector, further weakening its military-industrial complex, strengthening anti-circumvention measures, and holding Russia accountable for its crimes against Ukrainian children and cultural heritage. With this package, the number of listed vessels in Russia’s shadow fleet…
EU sanctions 3 Haitian gang leaders with asset freezes and travel bans for violent crimes destabilising Haiti, including a massacre of over 200 people and widespread kidnappings and child recruitment
These measures extend the EU’s sanctions regime through July 2026, reflecting ongoing concerns about Haiti’s escalating violence and political instability. The sanctions, aligned with a 2022 EU framework and UN Security Council resolutions, aim to cut financial support to those fueling chaos and reinforce efforts to restore peace and the rule of law in Haiti…
EU sanctions Iran-linked operatives and the Zindashti Network for transnational repression, targeting extrajudicial killings and dissident crackdowns abroad
The EU Council imposed sanctions on eight individuals and one criminal network—specifically targeting the Zindashti Network, Iranian state-linked proxies, and IRGC/MOIS operatives—for involvement in extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, and assassinations of dissidents abroad…
Council of the EU sanctions 9 individuals and 6 entities for disinformation and hybrid attacks supporting Russia’s efforts to destabilize the EU and Ukraine, imposing asset freezes and travel bans
These measures focus on disrupting Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference operations designed to spread disinformation and destabilize democratic processes. Key targets include Russia’s state broadcaster RTRS, responsible for replacing Ukrainian broadcasts with pro-Russian content in occupied areas, as well as electronic warfare units disrupting GPS signals across Europe…
EU intensifies its 17th sanctions package on Russia, targeting shadow fleet tankers, military tech, and sanctions evaders to weaken Moscow’s war and support Ukraine
The EU’s 17th sanctions package bans 189 shadow fleet vessels, adds 75 individuals and entities, and restricts exports of missile-related chemicals and critical machine tool components. It also cracks down on sanctions circumvention through tighter due diligence, coordination with G7 partners, and targeted pressure on third-country enablers…
EU launches Sanctions Helpdesk to assist SMEs with expert guidance and up-to-date resources to navigate global EU sanctions and ensure due diligence compliance
The helpdesk offers customised support to SMEs through personalised guidance on sanctions due diligence, access to compliance resources, one-on-one assistance, and online training events – helping small businesses navigate complex EU restrictions…
EU prepares its 17th Sanctions Package Against Russia, aiming to close loopholes, tighten enforcement, and expand dual-use restrictions by early summer
EU could face challenges in securing approval for the new sanctions package, particularly due to the potential for a veto from Hungary. Budapest may also hinder the extension of the EU’s current economic sanctions against Russia, which were extended for an additional six…
EU sanctions 9 individuals and 1 entity for human rights violations and fueling conflict in the DRC, including M23 leaders, Rwandan military officials, and a gold refinery linked to illicit trade
These measures, now covering 32 individuals and 2 entities, include travel bans, asset freezes, and restrictions on EU financial dealings…
EU adopts 16th sanctions package on Russia, targeting more vessels in Putin’s shadow fleet, tightening enforcement, and imposing new trade bans
The EU High Representative, Kaja Kallas, stated that the 16th sanctions package expands restrictions beyond Russia’s shadow fleet to include those enabling its operations. It targets unsafe oil tankers, banks evading EU sanctions, Russian propaganda networks, and technology like video game controllers repurposed for drone piloting…
OCCRP: Belgium freezes $270B under Russian sanctions, stranding billions in unsanctioned investors’ assets amid escalating legal battles
Belgium has locked €258B ($270B) in frozen funds under EU sanctions on Russia, but a vast majority belongs to unsanctioned investors, fueling legal challenges. JPMorgan’s failed attempt to unfreeze $2.4B highlights the growing crisis, as Belgium’s Treasury struggles with over 800 unresolved cases. With Euroclear at the center of the controversy, uncertainty looms over EU efforts to repurpose these funds for Ukraine’s reconstruction, while legal experts warn of potential billion-dollar compensation claims…