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UKNoticeOfficial ✓June 17, 2026· GOV.UK

UK issues largest penalty for financial sanctions breaches since Russia’s 2022 illegal invasion of Ukraine

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What happened

The United Kingdom has imposed its largest ever penalty for a breach of Russian financial sanctions. This penalty is specifically related to breaches that occurred since Russia’s 2022 illegal invasion of Ukraine.

Why it matters

This action demonstrates the UK's commitment to enforcing financial sanctionsagainst Russia. It sets a new precedent for the scale of penalties for such breaches.

Who it affects

  • ›UK entities breaking Russian financial sanctions
  • ›Entities involved in financial sanctions breaches
  • ›Those impacted by the 2022 invasion of Ukraine
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