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This page provides guidance on the UK’s sanctions regime relating to Russia.
What import and export restrictions apply due to sanctions for UK companies when trading with Russia.
The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 ensure sanctions relating to Russia are implemented effectively after the UK leaves the EU.
The UK, alongside international partners, announces a new package of sanctions to target Russia and North Korea (DPRK)’s illicit arms-for-oil partnership.
This page brings together the government's announcements of the UK’s sanctions in response to Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine.
The UK announces more than 50 new sanctions to mark 2 years since Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine.
Today’s action brings the world’s two largest metal exchanges into the scope of existing bans.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will warn against complacency in defending our values and standing up to autocratic regimes, as he meets G7 leaders in Hiroshima.
Information on UK sanctions currently in place and how to apply for the appropriate licences.
The UK government is taking powers to maintain Russian sanctions until compensation is paid to Ukraine.
Government announces new unit to clamp down on companies evading sanctions.
Latest sanctions package holds those who would undermine Ukraine's sovereignty to account.
UK government legislates for further sanctions on goods, technology, and sources of funding that could support Russia’s war effort.
The UK has sanctioned 6 individuals heading up the penal colony where Alexei Navalny died on 16 February 2024.
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