EU proposes entry ban for Russian Ukraine combatants in new sanctions package

Jun 9, 2026, 05:14 PM en source ↗

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Summary

The EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia proposes denying entry to anyone who has served in Russia's armed forces during the invasion of Ukraine. It would also target Moscow's so-called shadow fleet, banks and cryptocurrency.

Preview

The EU's 21st sanctions package includes a provision to deny entry to anyone who has served in Russia's armed forces amid the invasion of Ukraine. It will also target the so-called shadow fleet, banks and cryptocurrency.

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