EU rolls out new sanctions to curb Russia’s destabilizing actions abroad

This is stated on the institution's website.

This decision, taken on the proposal of the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, is part of the EU's response to Russia's ongoing hybrid campaign, which has recently intensified with new operations on European territory.

According to the report, the new mechanism will allow the EU to target individuals and legal entities involved in the actions and policies of the Russian government that undermine the fundamental values of the EU and its member states, their security, independence and integrity, as well as the values of international organizations and third countries.

“The EU will as of now be able to address a variety of hybrid threats, such as: the undermining electoral processes and the functioning of democratic institutions; threats against and sabotage of economic activities, services of public interest or critical infrastructure; the use of coordinated disinformation, foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI); malicious cyber activities, the instrumentalisation of migrants, and other destabilizing activities,” the statement says.

The restrictions will include asset freezes and a ban on receiving financial support from EU citizens and companies. In addition, individuals will be banned from entering the EU.

• On September 12, the Council of the European Union decided to extend personal sanctions against individuals involved in undermining or threatening the territorial integrity of Ukraine, its sovereignty and independence for six months, until March 15, 2025.