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2131 charsEuropean Union Adopts Restrictive Measures Against Russian Military-Industrial Complex Actors
On July 30, 2026, the Council of the European Union issued a statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU regarding the alignment of certain countries with restrictive measures targeting actions undermining or threatening Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence.
On July 17, 2026, the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2026/1780, which imposed restrictive measures against one person and five entities responsible for actions undermining Ukraine's sovereignty. The decision specifically targeted actors involved in Russia's military-industrial complex. The measure forms part of the EU's broader sanctions regime in response to Russia's military aggression against Ukraine.
Nine countries aligned themselves with the Council Decision, committing to ensure their national policies conform to the restrictive measures. These countries include Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, and Ukraine. The EU welcomed these countries' commitment to align with the decision, noting that their participation strengthens the unified international response to threats against Ukraine's territorial integrity.
The restrictive measures represent a coordinated effort among EU member states and aligned third countries to target individuals and entities supporting Russia's military capabilities and operations. The decision is published in the Official Journal of the European Union under reference OJ L 2026/1780 (July 17, 2026).
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Council of the European Union. "Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries concerning restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine." July 30, 2026. https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/07/30/statement-by-the-high-representative-on-behalf-of-the-eu-on-the-alignment-of-certain-countries-concerning-restrictive-measures-in-respect-of-actions-undermining-or-threatening-the-territorial-integrity-sovereignty-and-independence-of-ukraine/
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2048 charsDecision (CFSP) 2026/1780 Published in the Official Gazette
On July 17, 2026, Council Decision (CFSP) 2026/1780 amending Decision 2014/145/CFSP concerning restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine, was published in the Official Journal of the European Union.
The decision imposed restrictive measures against five entities responsible for actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine, in particular due to their involvement in Russia's military-industrial complex.
The following entities have been added to the list:
ABS ZEIM Automation: Joint Stock Company ABS ZEIM Automation has been sanctioned because it supplies automated control systems and equipment to Russia's oil and gas sector, including major refining, storage and transport facilities. As the energy sector is a significant source of revenue for the Russian government, the company is considered to support an industry that contributes to the Government of the Russian Federation.
Asset Automation: This is a Russian company which is part of the ABS Electro group of companies and which is involved in developing and manufacturing electronic and radio-electronic components.
All-Russian Scientific Research. Design and Technological Institute of Relay Construction with Pilot Production: This is a Russian company which is part of the ABS Electro group of companies and which is involved in developing and manufacturing electronic and radio-electronic components.
Asset Electro: This is a Russian company which is part of the ABS Electro Group of companies and is involved in developing and manufacturing electronic and radio-electronic components.
Sokol Asset: This is a Russian company which owns JSC VNIIR-Progress. JSC VNIIR-Progress is a Russian research and development institute that specialises in the production of advanced electronic warfare systems, in particular technologies for signal-jamming and intelligence-gathering.
This decision comes into effect on July 17, 2026.