EU imposes new sanctions on Russian propagandists and war criminals
The European Union has officially expanded its sanctions list, adding nine new entries targeting individuals responsible for atrocities in the occupied territories of Ukraine. The new package of restrictions is aimed at increasing pressure on the regime of Vladimir Putin and holding those responsible for war crimes accountable.
The decision was announced by the French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean‑Noël Barrot, who emphasized the unity of EU member states in continuing sanctions pressure.
“Last weekend, without any obstacles, all sanctions imposed since the beginning of Russia’s aggressive war against Ukraine were extended,” the diplomat said.
Particular attention in the new list is given to perpetrators involved in the tragic events in Kyiv Oblast. According to the minister, sanctions are being added to the existing 2,600 decisions against individuals responsible for the Bucha massacre, whose fourth anniversary falls around this time.
A separate part of the sanctions package targets Kremlin ideologues and media manipulators. Four propagandists were placed under restrictions, including the Franco-Russian Adrien Bocquet, known for recruiting foreigners to fight against Ukraine and for running disinformation campaigns in Europe and Africa.
Earlier, Slovakia lifted its blockage of the extension of EU sanctions against Russia. The European Union has also agreed on new sanctions and is discussing the extension of personal restrictions against Russian individuals.
