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Ukraine Sanctions 95 Individuals to Disrupt Russia's Defense Industry

1/4/2026

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Ukraine imposed sanctions on 95 individuals and 70 entities tied to Russia's military-industrial complex on January 4, 2026.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the decree to disrupt logistical support for Russia's defense industry.
The measures include asset freezes, trade restrictions, and bans on managing property across sectors such as communications, electronic warfare, chemicals, and energy.
Ukraine will coordinate with international partners, including the European Union, which recently sanctioned additional Russian vessels.

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Ukraine imposed sanctions on 95 individuals and 70 entities tied to Russia's military-industrial complex on January 4, 2026.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the decree to disrupt logistical support for Russia's defense industry.
The measures include asset freezes, trade restrictions, and bans on managing property across sectors such as communications, electronic warfare, chemicals, and energy.
Ukraine will coordinate with international partners, including the European Union, which recently sanctioned additional Russian vessels.