Brussels 18.07.2025 The Council adopted today a 18th package of economic and individual restrictive measures hitting hard on Russia’s energy, banking and military sectors, as well as trade with the EU, and ensuring accountability for Russia’s continued war of aggression against Ukraine. Furthermore, the Council complemented the package by agreeing further measures on Belarus. (Image: Moscow city)
Today’s package includes economic and individual measures with a view to increasing pressure on Russia and to achieving a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.
The Council has agreed on a significant set of 55 listings, consisting of 14 individuals and 41 entities responsible for actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine, bringing the total number of individual listings to over 2 500.
Russia’s hybrid attacks won’t go unanswered.
The EU, UK & partners continue to take coordinated action, including with sanctions.
We will use all available tools to protect our institutions, infrastructure, and democracies.
Statement on behalf of EU27: https://t.co/NkXJJM6rVr pic.twitter.com/5QpAGOT4Hg
— Kaja Kallas (@kajakallas) July 18, 2025
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