The European Union has adopted twenty packages of sanctions.

Omissions

• The MEP did not specify that these are sanctions packages against Russia adopted in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
• The 20th package was adopted on April 23, 2026, just 5 days before the session date.

Sources

• PrimaryEuropean Commission Press ReleaseThe Commission welcomes the adoption by EU Member States of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia on 23 April 2026.
• PrimaryCouncil of the European Union Press ReleaseOn top of the €90-billion loan for Ukraine, we have also adopted the 20th sanctions package.
• SecondaryReutersThe EU adopted its 20th package of sanctions against Russia.