Ukraine, together with its European partners, has already begun work on the 21st package of European Union sanctions against the Russian Federation, even though the approval of the 20th package is still ongoing. This was reported by Vladyslav Vlasuk, an advisor to the President of Ukraine on sanctions policy, during a conversation with journalists.
This is reported by Kyiv24
New Restrictions for Financial Structures and Cryptocurrency
According to Vlasuk, the upcoming sanctions package focuses, in particular, on Russian financial institutions, as well as on the use of cryptocurrency to circumvent existing restrictions. Plans are in place to increase pressure on the Russian military-industrial complex, for which Ukraine continues to provide partners with information about Russian arms manufacturers and suppliers of components from third countries.
Additionally, the possibility of introducing new global bans on the export of certain goods to specified countries is being considered. According to the president’s advisor, these proposals are still in the discussion stage. Sanctions against Russian oligarchs also remain a focus.
“Regarding the military-industrial complex – traditionally a large block. We continue to provide information about Russian arms manufacturers and suppliers of components from third countries. We plan to implement a few more similar global bans on the export of certain goods to specific countries. Such ideas are still being discussed; we will see if they are realized. There are also questions regarding Russian oligarchs,” Vlasuk clarified in response to a question from Radio Liberty.
Specific Sanctions for the Abduction of Ukrainian Children
At the same time, a separate small package of sanctions concerning the abduction of Ukrainian children is being prepared. According to Vlasuk, this package is almost complete and may soon be implemented.
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaia Kallas, reported on April 10 that the European Union is working to overcome obstacles to the approval of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, as well as towards providing Ukraine with a loan of 90 billion euros. This issue is planned to be discussed at the next meeting of the European Council, which will take place in June 2026.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha noted that the main obstacle to agreeing on sanctions and the loan is currently Hungary’s position, which, according to him, “is abusing its status as an EU and NATO country” and blocking relevant decisions.