New Zealand introduced its 36th package of sanctions against Russia
New Zealand introduced its 36th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting 33 individuals and entities linked to the conflict in Ukraine, including those involved in the defense industry, digital technologies, and the alleged abduction and indoctrination of Ukrainian children. The measures also extend to representatives of Iran and North Korea.
Consensus
- New Zealand introduced a new package of sanctions against Russia.
- The sanctions target 33 physical and legal entities linked to the conflict in Ukraine.
- The measures include restrictions on individuals and organizations associated with Russia's defense industry and digital technologies.
- The sanctions also apply to representatives of Iran and North Korea.
- New Zealand has imposed over 2,000 sanctions since March 2022, including against ships and trade-related measures.
Points of divergence
- New Zealand introduced the 35th package of sanctions against Russia. — vedomosti
- The new sanctions package specifically target individuals involved in the 'abduction and re-education of Ukrainian children'. — komersant
- The new sanctions include specific entities such as the Zhukovsky Central Aero-Hydrodynamic Institute, Alexin Chemical Plant, Kolomna Plant (part of Transmashholding), the Internet Development Institute, 'Lanit' company, 'Dialog' organization, 'Voyn' military-patriotic education center, and 'Movement of the First'. — komersant
- The new sanctions include Russian political figures, anti-Ukrainian propagandists, and members of hacker groups acting on behalf of Moscow. — komersant
- Ursula von der Leyen called for cutting off all sources of funding for Russia and endorsed the US Graham Act following the 21st package of sanctions. — vedomosti
- The US Senate passed a bill on August 7 allowing President Trump to impose tariffs on major buyers of Russian oil and gas and intermediary countries facilitating sanctions evasion. — vedomosti
- The European Union approved the 21st package of sanctions against Russia on July 23. — vedomosti
Coverage (2 sources)
- New Zealand expanded sanctions against Russia — Ведомости
- New Zealand introduced the 36th package of sanctions against Russia — Коммерсантъ