The Russian Foreign Ministry has issued a response to the European Union’s 11th sanctions package on Russia. This reaction was formally published on the ministry’s official site, signaling a measured yet broad countermeasure to recent EU actions.
In its statement, Moscow explained that the sanctions were met with a substantial expansion of the travel and entry restrictions list. The entry ban now covers a wider roster of individuals and entities linked to European institutions and EU member states, highlighting Russia’s intent to curb what it views as hostile moves against its sovereignty and security.
The notification details a diverse group targeted by the measures. It includes representatives from law enforcement bodies, government agencies, and commercial sectors across EU countries. It also points to individuals involved in supplying uniforms, financing for Ukrainian armed forces, training Ukrainian military personnel, and the provision of intelligence and communications services. The ministry underscored that these measures extend to persons and entities connected with European structures responsible for shaping sanctions against Russia and for attempting to strain Russia’s relations with other states.
Additionally, the ministry noted that the restrictions reach parliamentarians in EU nations who publicly supported policies aimed at confronting Russia. This emphasis reflects Moscow’s view that political leaders contributing to the eu’s anti-Russia agenda are integral to the ongoing sanctions regime and should be subject to reciprocal measures.
On June 23, the European Union formally approved the 11th sanctions package against Russia. The package targets 87 companies and 100 individuals, along with several media outlets and various entities from third countries. The EU described these steps as a coordinated effort to pressure Russia on a range of issues, including security, regional stability, and the ongoing conflict dynamics. In response, Moscow framed the measures as a hostile campaign and reiterated its intent to implement reciprocal actions to defend its interests and sovereignty. The ministry’s statement presented the sanctions as part of a broader geopolitical struggle in which both sides seek to assert influence in Europe and beyond. The official commentary framed the EU package as an act that would escalate tensions, while signaling that Russia would continue to enforce and broaden its own restrictions where it sees fit to protect national interests. [Source: Russian Foreign Ministry]