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Russia: Sanctions

Asked by Rachel GilmourLiberal DemocratForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 28 October 2025UIN 906056

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she has had with her European counterparts on collective sanctions against Russia.

Answered by Stephen Doughty

Exerting maximum economic pressure on Russia is a central part of our support for Ukraine, and our best tool to force Putin to de-escalate the war and engage in meaningful talks. The UK continues to lead international efforts, including coordination with our European and US partners. Together, we have sanctioned major Russian oil companies, including Rosneft and Gazprom Neft, and sanctioned over 500 Russian shadow fleet vessels.

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