New Zealand expands sanctions against Russia

New Zealand is imposing sanctions on 28 individuals and 14 entities providing military support to Russia in the war against Ukraine.

Source: New Zealand government announcement

Details: It was noted that the sanctions were announced by Foreign Minister Winston Peters.

Quote from Peters: "Russia is directly supported by its military-industrial complex in its illegal aggression against Ukraine, attacking its sovereignty and territorial integrity. 

New Zealand condemns all entities and individuals providing this military support."

"As part of this new tranche of sanctions, New Zealand is targeting individuals and entities who are involved with the transfer of weaponry from the DPRK into Russia, for use against Ukraine, as well as Iranian actors involved in the provision of military assistance to Russia.

The transfer of Iranian drones to Russia facilitates its illegal war in Ukraine."

Details: It was also noted that these sanctions are aimed at those who are facilitating the forced relocation of Ukrainian children to Russia and the Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine.

Quote from Peters: "In continuing to facilitate the deportation of Ukrainian children, Russia is seeking to advance its objectives in invading Ukraine, including efforts to undermine Ukraine’s identity as a sovereign country."

Details: The government added that New Zealand has imposed restrictions on over 1,700 individuals and entities, and implemented a range of trade measures since the adoption of the Russia Sanctions Act in March 2022.

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