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Sanctions Update EU and UK Tighten Restrictions on Russian Oil and Provision of Software to Russia

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During 18-19 July 2025, the EU unveiled its 18th “package” of sanctions launched against Russia since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Among these measures, the EU seeks to close an apparent loophole by which...more

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July 2025 Trade Law Update

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In Husch Blackwell’s July 2025 Trade Law Update you’ll learn about the following updates in international trade and supply chain law: • An update on U.S. Department of Commerce decisions - • U.S. International Trade...more

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European Union Adopts 18th Sanctions Package Against Russia

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On 18 July 2025, the Council of the European Union adopted additional measures which have been introduced in its 18th sanctions package in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine (the Package)....more

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Addressing Gaps and Inconsistencies in the EU Sanctions’ Enforcement: The Commission Urges Member States to Transpose Directive...

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Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the European Union has adopted 18 packages of sanctions targeting Russia and Belarus, with the latest on July 19, 2025. In total, the EU has about 40 different sanctions...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

EU Targets Russia’s Energy, Financial and Defense Sectors in 18th Sanctions Package

- What is new: The EU adopted its 18th sanctions package against Russia and Belarus, imposing asset freezes on 55 additional individuals and entities, expanding sectoral sanctions and introducing new restrictions targeting...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Global Supply Chain Horizons - July 2025

Welcome to the latest edition of our quarterly global supply chain horizons providing you with a update on the key developments from around the world. Cross-Border - China and the US trade deal - On June 27, the PRC...more

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Russia/Ukraine Sanctions Update - Month of June 2025

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I. U.S. SANCTIONS - Politico Reports President Trump Will Not Increase Sanctions on Russia to Maintain Peace Talks: On June 25, Politico reported that during an interview with Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, Secretary...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

Cyber Defense Dialogues | 2025 NATO Summit | Episode 1

Ahead of the 2025 NATO Summit, hosts Lokke Moerel and Alex van der Wolk speak with top experts and policymakers about hybrid threats, strategic defense, and the shifting digital battlefield....more

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10 Key Takeaways of the European Steel and Metals Action Plan

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On 19 March 2025, the European Commission ("Commission") unveiled its European Steel and Metals Action Plan ("Steel and Metals Plan"), outlining the short and medium-term work program aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of...more

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Russia/Ukraine Sanctions Update - Month of March 2025

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I.  US SANCTIONS - U.S. Agrees to Help Lift International Sanctions on Certain Russian Exports: On March 25, Reuters reported that Washington has agreed “to push to lift some sanctions against Moscow.” This consideration...more

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Europe Daily News, 21 March 2025

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COMPETITON - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11751 - TPG / Techem) - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11782 - Air Liquide / Fluxys / JV)....more

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No April Fools' Joke: April 2 Tariff Actions Are Expected

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Reports have suggested that on April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump will likely announce reciprocal tariffs pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) and investigations...more

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European Union Adopts 16th Package of Sanctions Against Russia, Further Impacting the Aviation Industry

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On 24 February 2025, the European Union adopted the 16th Russia sanctions package. The new measures amending the framework Council Regulation (EU) 833/2014 are found and included in Council Regulation (EU) 2025/395. They...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Latest EU Sanctions Extend Asset Freezes, Restrict Oil Industry Dealings and Target ‘Shadow Fleet’

The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its sanctions policy toward Russia by implementing two rounds of restrictive measures that are intended to further intensify pressure on Russia’s government and economy. Specifically,...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

EU/UK Russia Sanctions: Potential De-escalation of Sanctions and Divergence from U.S. Regime

Background - The war in Ukraine has taken a new diplomatic turn in recent weeks. Having historically aligned with the European Union (EU) and United Kingdom (UK) on its condemnation of Russia’s war in Ukraine, and the need...more

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Review of International Trade Enforcement in the U.S., E.U., and UK in 2024 and What to Expect in 2025

This is the final in our 2025 Year in Preview series examining important trends in white collar law and investigations in the coming year. Throughout 2024, enforcement of international trade laws continued to gather pace...more

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EU Sanctions’ Two-Way Street: More Pressure on Russia and Belarus, Less on Syria

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On 24 February 2025, marking the third year of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the European Union (“EU”) adopted the 16th package of sanctions against Russia, correspondingly aligned sanctions targeting Belarus, and...more

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2024 in Review: A Year of Expanded Sanctions and Trade Controls and Increased Enforcement Actions

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In 2024, global sanctions and trade controls continued to expand, with the United States (U.S.), European Union (EU), and United Kingdom (UK) leading the charge against actors threatening international security and financial...more

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UK Secondary Sanctions? The UK Broadens Its Designation Criteria To Target Foreign Persons With Exposure to the Russian Government...

On 31 July 2024, the UK government broadened its Russian sanctions regime, giving the government express power to impose sanctions on persons who provide financial services, or make available funds, economic resources, goods...more

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Russia Uses Fertilizer Exports To Evade Natural Gas Sanctions

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After Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Western countries enacted a series of embargoes against Russian goods and raw materials, including natural gas and oil, that many did not think possible or implementable given...more

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Security Assistance Law Expanded the Reach of US Sanctions and Doubled the Statute of Limitations

On April 24, 2024, President Joe Biden signed the 21st Century Peace Through Strength Act (Act) into law. The Act, which is part of a broader law providing supplemental aid to Israel, Taiwan and Ukraine, contains several...more

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Developments in U.S. International Trade Laws Since the Start of 2023 and What to Expect for the Rest of 2024

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Throughout 2023 and early 2024, we continue to witness deepening geopolitical and economic divides globally. The U.S. and its allies (most significantly the EU and the G7), spurred on by Russia’s war in Ukraine, continue to...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

Quarterly Sanctions Update | Q1 2024

The European Union and the United Kingdom continue to tighten sanctions against Russia, particularly in the wake of the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the sudden death of Russian opposition leader...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

UK Publishes First Sanctions Strategy and New Licensing Guidance

On 22 February 2024, shortly before the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the UK government published its first sanctions strategy (the Strategy). The Strategy explains the UK’s use and implementation of...more

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International Trade Implications of Recent Russian Asset Seizures for Companies Operating in Russia

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On July 16, 2023, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree seizing control of the Russian subsidiaries of the French food-products company, Danone S.A., and Danish brewer, Carlsberg A/S, claiming the assets were being...more

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