The British authorities, as part of the sanctions against Russia, introduced sanctions against three individuals and five companies, accusing them of helping Russia bypass sanctions, the British Foreign Office said on Wednesday. The measures are aimed at countering efforts to circumvent international sanctions, which are designed to exert economic pressure on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.
According to the Foreign Office statement, the sanctioned individuals and companies are believed to have provided services or technologies that facilitated Russia’s ability to access restricted financial systems and goods. While the government did not specify the exact methods used by the targeted entities, the sanctions include asset freezes and travel bans, which are standard measures in such cases.
The move comes as the UK continues to implement a range of sanctions against Russia, including restrictions on financial transactions, trade bans, and visa restrictions. The government emphasized that these latest sanctions are a direct response to the ongoing challenges in enforcing the existing measures and preventing Russia from finding alternative means to sustain its military operations.