20th package of sanctions against Russia: ins and outs

The EU has imposed massive and unprecedented sanctions against individuals and entities involved in Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The EU aims to increase pressure on Russia so it engages in genuine peace negotiations.

The indicators confirm that sanctions are eroding Russia's economic capacity : oil and gas revenues fell 24% in 2025, the lowest since 2020 - January 2026 revenues are the lowest since the invasion began. Russia faces ? 16% interest rates, high inflation and a widening fiscal deficit.

1. The new package of sanctions covers energy, financial services and trade.

A. Energy Measures

> Full maritime services ban on Russian crude oil, coordinated with G7 partners.

> 43 additional vessels added to the shadow fleet blacklist (total: 640).

> Restrictions on:

- Acquisition of tankers for Russia’s shadow fleet

- Maintenance and services for LNG tankers and icebreakers

These measures aim to: a) reduce Russia’s ability to export oil and gas b) increase logistical costs c) ​Limit access to global shipping services​

B. Financial Sector Measures

> 20 more Russian regional banks added to the sanctions list.​

> Crackdown on cryptocurrency platforms used to bypass sanctions and Companies trading crypto assets​

> Sanctions extended to banks in third countries that facilitate illegal trade in restricted goods.​

Objective: block alternative payment channels and restrict Russia’s financial resilience​

C. Trade and Export Controls​

> New export bans worth over €360 million, covering: rubber Tractors Cybersecurity services

> New import bans worth €570 million, targeting: metals, chemical, critical minerals​

> Additional restrictions on: Materials used for explosives production and technologies supporting Russia’s battlefield operations​​

> Introduction of an ammonia quota to cap imports.​

D. Anti-Circumvention Measures​

> First activation of the EU Anti-Circumvention Tool.​

> Ban on exporting: CNC Machines and radios to jurisdictions with a high risk of re-export to Russia.​

Reliable and up-to-date information on the first 19 sets of measures?

Because it is really necessary to understand these measures, it is important to have relevant and up-to-date information. You can find this information on the European Council website. "Russia's war against Ukraine: Eu Sanctions

• Aim of sanctions against Russia
• Sanctions against individuals and entities
• Economic sanctions
• Other economic restrictions
• Diplomatic measures
• Anti-circumvention measures
• Other sanctions against Russia