EU extends sanctions over actions against Ukraine’s territorial integrity until 15 March 2020

Summary:

Decision by the Council of the European Union in September 2019 to renew sanctions over actions against Ukraine's territorial integrity.

Further information:

The Council decided on 12 September 2019 to extend the restrictive measures over actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine for a further six months, until 15 March 2020. The measures consist of an asset freeze and travel restrictions. They apply to 170 persons and 44 entities. The relevant information and statement of reasons for the listing of these persons and entities were updated as necessary.

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RFE/RL, 13/09/2019: EU Formally Extends Russia Sanctions Linked To Aggression Toward Ukraine https://www.rferl.org/a/eu-formally-extends-russia-sanctions-linked-to-aggression-toward-ukraine/30162259.html

France24, 13/09/2019: Ukraine leader says Russia sanctions must remain in place https://www.france24.com/en/20190913-ukraine-leader-says-russia-sanctions-must-remain-in-place

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