EU Announces New Sanctions Against Russia, Including Asset Freezes and Travel Bans

The European Union imposed new sanctions against Russia on October 7, 2026, as reported by lenta. The measures include freezing assets of Russian officials and restricting their travel within the EU. The sanctions are part of the EU's ongoing response to Russia's actions in Ukraine. Sluzky, a political figure, commented on the EU's new sanctions against Russia, expressing support for the measures. The comments were reported by lenta. No other sources were cited for this detail. The EU's sanctions are intended to increase pressure on Russia and support Ukraine. The immediate consequence is likely to be further economic strain on Russia and potential diplomatic repercussions.