The 19th sanctions package against Russia

The 19th Sanctions Package Against Russia

The EU member states have agreed on a 19th package of sanctions imposing extensive financial and economic restrictions (embargoes) on Russia and Belarus. This latest round includes the addition of 69 individuals to the sanctions list and introduces multiple measures targeting key sectors such as energy, finance, and the military-industrial complex in both countries.

Key Measures in the New Sanctions

A full ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG), marking the toughest restrictions yet on the Russian energy sector.
Stricter actions against the so-called “shadow fleet” that facilitates covert Russian oil shipments.
Tightened controls on the movement of Russian diplomats within the EU.
Additional sanctions against those responsible for abducting Ukrainian children.

Legal Framework

The amendments are formalized through Regulation (EU) 2025/2033, which modifies Regulation (EU) 2025/2037, alongside Implementing Regulation 2025/2035, which adjusts and enforces the relevant EU laws.

Context and Previous Measures

The 19th package follows the 18th sanctions, which also introduced comprehensive financial and economic penalties. Those earlier sanctions focused on intensifying restrictions against Russia’s “shadow fleet,” setting a dynamic price cap on oil, and banning imports of refined petroleum products from Russia.

“The complete ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) and tougher measures against the ‘shadow fleet’ represent the most severe sanctions against the Russian energy sector to date.” — European Union

These measures collectively aim to increase pressure on Russia and Belarus by targeting critical sectors and limiting their ability to bypass existing sanctions.

Author’s summary: The EU’s 19th sanctions package intensifies financial and sectoral restrictions on Russia and Belarus, with a historic LNG import ban and targeted measures against covert oil shipments and diplomatic movements.

Deloitte — 2025-11-06