The EU applies new sanctions to persons and entities responsible for serious human rights violations
13 Jul 2026Effective: 13 Jul 202634 views
Who is affected:
Companies and financial entities with international commercial relationships and foreign trade operators
Summary
The EU Council updates the list of sanctioned persons for serious human rights violations. Persons and entities included are subject to economic and travel restrictions.
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This Implementing Regulation updates the list of natural and legal persons subject to restrictive measures under the EU horizontal sanctions regime on human rights, established by Regulation (EU) 2020/1998. Sanctions include asset freezing and prohibition of entry into EU territory. Designated entities and persons may …
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