EU adds 34 individuals, 47 entities to Russian sanctions list

Key facts

• The EU has added 34 individuals and 47 entities to its sanctions list.
• The new sanctions target those supporting Russia's war effort.
• Sanctioned entities include those linked to Russia's military and industrial complex.
• The 'shadow fleet' of oil and gas tankers is also targeted.
• Individuals and entities involved in Russia's political interference activities are included.
• The EU council announced the approval of these measures.

The European Union has approved a new set of restrictive measures targeting individuals and entities deemed to be supporting Russia's war effort. The EU council announced on Monday that a total of 34 individuals and 47 entities have been added to the sanctions list.