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UK and Australia Launch Sanctions to Disrupt Russian Oil

2/24/2026

Summary

Story summary

The United Kingdom unveiled its sanctions package against Russia on February 24, targeting oil exports and military suppliers, affecting over 3,000 entities.
The United Kingdom exempted the Druzhba oil pipeline, drawing tensions with Ukraine, Hungary, and Slovakia.
Yvette Cooper, the U.K. Foreign Secretary, said the package aims to disrupt Russia's funding and military resources.
Australia announced sanctions targeting 180 individuals and lowering the oil price cap to reduce Russian revenues.

History

Historical Context

In March 2014, the United States and European Union imposed sanctions on Russia following its annexation of Crimea, targeting over 1,000 entities to restrict military funding. The EU's ongoing sanctions have evolved, with the latest U.K. package affecting over 3,000 entities, aiming to disrupt Russia's oil exports and military supplies, underscoring the long-term role of sanctions in international diplomacy.

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Story summary

The United Kingdom unveiled its sanctions package against Russia on February 24, targeting oil exports and military suppliers, affecting over 3,000 entities.
The United Kingdom exempted the Druzhba oil pipeline, drawing tensions with Ukraine, Hungary, and Slovakia.
Yvette Cooper, the U.K. Foreign Secretary, said the package aims to disrupt Russia's funding and military resources.
Australia announced sanctions targeting 180 individuals and lowering the oil price cap to reduce Russian revenues.

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