EU Council extends sanctions on occupation of Crimea and Sevastopol

The EU Council shared the update on its website.

The current restrictive measures were first introduced in June 2014. These include a ban on imports of goods from the illegally annexed Crimea or Sevastopol to the EU, as well as infrastructure or financial investments and tourism services from the illegally annexed Crimea or Sevastopol. Also, the export of certain goods and technologies for Crimean companies for use in the illegally annexed Crimea in the transport, telecommunications and energy sectors or for exploration and production of oil, gas and mineral resources is under sanctions.

"The European Union is unwavering in its commitment to help Ukraine exercise its inherent right of self-defence against the Russian aggression and build a peaceful, democratic and prosperous future. It also remains committed to continue bolstering Ukraine’s ability to defend its territorial integrity and sovereignty," the council added.