The EU updates sanctions against Syria by modifying restrictive measures in force since 2013
19 May 2026
Effective: 18 May 2026
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Who is affected:
Companies and individuals with commercial, financial or travel links related to Syria
Summary
The EU Council modifies sanctions imposed on Syria since 2013. Restrictive measures are updated within the framework of European foreign policy.
Detailed analysis
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The Council of the European Union adopts a Decision within the framework of the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) that modifies Decision 2013/255/CFSP on restrictive measures concerning Syria. This update may involve changes in lists of sanctioned persons and entities, travel restrictions, asset freezes or modi…
Full official title
CELEX:32026D1105: Decisión (PESC) 2026/1105 del Consejo, de 18 de mayo de 2026, por la que se modifica la Decisión 2013/255/PESC relativa a la adopción de medidas restrictivas habida cuenta de la situación en Siria