Revealed: what included in EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia

Apr 23, 2026 - 11:09

The 20th sanctions package against Russia, approved by EU countries on 23 April, includes restrictions targeting the shadow fleet and individuals and companies supporting Russia's military-industrial complex and lays the groundwork for a future ban on maritime services for transporting Russian oil.

Source: an EU official speaking to European Pravda on condition of anonymity

Details: The source said the new package includes restrictions against 60 entities supporting Russia's war effort. In particular, stricter export controls will be applied to them, primarily concerning dual-use goods.

Restrictions are also being imposed on 20 credit or financial institutions.

In addition, the sanctions package lays the groundwork for a future ban on maritime transportation of Russian oil. These steps are being coordinated with the G7 countries.

Another 46 vessels belonging to Russia's shadow fleet have also been added to the sanctions list.

Background:

On 23 April, the Council of the European Union approved amendments to the EU's long-term budget for 2021-2027 by written procedure, enabling the provision of a €90 billion loan to Ukraine in 2026-2027, and also adopted the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia.
Amendments to the EU's long-term financial framework removed the final legal obstacle to granting Ukraine a €90 billion loan over the current and next years.
The 20th sanctions package against Russia was adopted in the form agreed as early as February 2025 – including without a full ban on maritime services for Russian tankers.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the approval of the €90 billion loan and the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia.