Sanctions

The Netherlands is preparing new steps against the Russian “shadow fleet,” — Zelenskyy

This includes possible legislative changes to block and confiscate vessels transporting Russian oil in circumvention of restrictions.

9.03.2026 - 11:09
Dozens of companies and one server: a technical error revealed a $90 billion Russian sanctions circumvention scheme

Journalists have uncovered a scheme to circumvent sanctions that allowed Russia to export at least $90 billion worth of oil.

6.03.2026 - 12:39
Britain prepares new sanctions against Russia’s “shadow fleet” over restrictions circumvention schemes

The UK plans to continue to renew and strengthen sanctions against Russia in order to block channels for their circumvention.

26.02.2026 - 12:38
Russian companies sold oil, yachts and coal from occupied territories of Ukraine, bypassing sanctions

One of the yachts is linked to former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, who allegedly bought it for $4.4 million in 2024.

26.02.2026 - 11:20
New EU sanctions package against Russia may include restrictions on Georgian port

The draft of the 20th package of sanctions of the European Union against Russia includes an evidence base and sanctions against the Georgian port of Kulevi.

25.02.2026 - 17:20
Canada imposes sanctions on 100 Russian vessels and lowers oil price ceiling

The decision is aimed at increasing economic pressure on Russia, reducing its energy revenues and narrowing its financial capabilities.

25.02.2026 - 10:33
Australia announces sanctions against Russia’s “shadow fleet”

Australia has strengthened sanctions against Russia ahead of the fourth anniversary of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

24.02.2026 - 16:13
Britain imposes sanctions on one of the largest operators of the “shadow fleet”

The UK government has announced the largest package of sanctions against Russia in four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

24.02.2026 - 15:00
Belarusian government official’s companies exported stolen Ukrainian grain through Mariupol port, investigation finds

Former Belarusian Interior Minister Vladimir Naumov, together with Russian companies, created a network for the export of agricultural products from the occupied regions of Ukraine.

23.02.2026 - 11:00
Ukraine imposes new sanctions against captains of tankers carrying Rosneft

The new sanctions apply to 225 captains of the so-called “shadow fleet” who were involved in the export of Russian oil and petroleum products from the ports of the aggressor state.

23.02.2026 - 09:41