EU targets Russian defence industry in invasion anniversary sanctions package

The European Union (EU) - one day late, on 25 February - issued a new sanctions package marking the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine; it targets senior figures in the Wagner Group of mercenaries, which has bolsteredattacks by conventional forces. In total, the EU has imposed 121 new listings targeting the Russian defence industry and financial sector.

By Keith Nuthall

The European Union (EU) - one day late, on 25 February [2023] - issued a new sanctions package marking the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine; it targets senior figures in the Wagner Group of mercenaries, which has bolsteredattacks by conventional forces. In total, the EU has imposed 121 new listings targeting the Russian defence industry and financial sector.