EU Approves Largest Sanctions Package Against Russia

In October 2026, European Union foreign ministers approved the bloc's largest sanctions package against Russia to date. The measures target a record number of supporters of Russia's war effort, including companies and individuals accused of aiding the war machine. It is the EU's 22nd sanctions round since the start of the war in Ukraine.

The package was agreed by EU foreign ministers and includes a list of entities and people linked to Russia's military actions. The names of the targeted companies have been made public. The sanctions aim to increase pressure on Russia's war economy.