The Swiss Federal Council adopted the EU’s 20th sanctions package against Russia on 19 August 2026, effective 20 August. Switzerland had previously added 115 individuals and entities to its sanctions list in May. The measures follow Switzerland’s established practice of aligning with EU Russia-related sanctions.
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Switzerland implements EU’s 20th sanctions package against Russia
Original: Ukraine: Federal Council implements 20th package of sanctions in line with previous practice