European Union Imposes 21st Sanctions Package on Russia, Targeting Energy, Finance, and Military-Industrial Complex

The Council of the European Union has adopted its 21st package of sanctions against Russia, building on previous measures. The new sanctions focus on energy, financial services, crypto-assets, trade, and the Russian military-industrial complex. Additionally, 218 new persons (48 individuals and 170 entities) have been sanctioned, marking the largest batch of listings in four years.