Overview of the 20th EU sanctions package against Russia: what businesses should know
Aušra Šablinskienė
Sanctions expert, Lithuania
Published 17 May 2026
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On 23 April 2026, the European Council adopted the 20th package of sanctions against Russia. Below is an overview of the changes requiring particular attention due to specific exemptions, derogations for certain sectors, and differing dates of entry into force for some provisions.