EU Further Implements Sanctions on Russia
The EU released a fact sheet laying out restrictions against Russia that now amount to sanctions on 654 individuals and 52 entities, along with sectoral sanctions that cover Russia's financial, energy, transport and dual-use goods industries. The EU Feb. 25 suspended its visa facilitation process for Russian diplomats, officials and businesspeople, which typically grants them privileged access to the EU.
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It also barred the sale, supply, transfer or export of a host of dual-use and other goods to any individual or entity in Russia or for use in Russia. In a European Council decision and implementing regulation, the EU applied the restrictions to goods for oil refining, aviation, the space industry, dual-use purposes and the military. The council also banned the provision of many related services, including providing technical assistance or financing to Russia.
In another council decision and regulation, the EU amended its designation criteria for inclusion on the EU's Russia sanctions regime. The amendments include individuals and entities supporting or benefiting from the Russian government and leading businesspersons or entities engaged in economic sectors providing revenue to the Russia government.