Around 30 drone-related companies to be targeted in EU's 21st Russia sanctions package
More than 30 companies involved in drone production, along with other companies and export designations supporting Russia's military-industrial complex, will be targeted in the European Union's new package of sanctions against Russia.
Source: Kaja Kallas, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, as reported by European Pravda, following the presentation of the 21st sanctions package by the European Commission in Brussels on 9 June
Details: The EU's 21st Russia sanctions package will target drone manufacturers and other companies supporting Russia's defence industrial base.
"We are also targeting companies providing support to Russia's military-industrial complex. The new listings will cover more than 30 designations in drones manufacturing," Kallas wrote on X (Twitter).
She said that new export control measures will also be imposed on 50 companies, including entities based in China, Türkiye, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, the United Arab Emirates and India.
"We will also restrict export of additional materials and technologies such as nickel powders, metal and high-performance alloys to further disrupt Russia's production capacity. Import of new items, including car parts, several precious metals ores and chemicals will also be restricted," the EU's top diplomat added.
Background:
- On 9 June, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented the EU's proposed 21st Russia sanctions package.
- Among other measures, the package proposes EU entry bans on Russian combatants who have fought against Ukraine.
- The 21st sanctions package must now be considered and unanimously approved by the Council of the European Union.
- According to European Pravda's sources, the EU aims to adopt the 21st sanctions package by 15 July – the deadline for reviewing the price cap on Russian oil.
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