EU Imposes 21st Sanctions Package Targeting 94 Russian Banks Including Ozon Bank, Yandex Bank and WB Bank
The European Union has adopted its 21st sanctions package against Russia, placing restrictions on 94 banks, the Moscow Exchange, and several payment organizations. The measures, effective from 23 July, directly affect Rosselkhozbank, Dom.rf, MTS Bank, Ak Bars, Uralsib, Zenit, Absolut Bank, WB Bank, Ozon Bank, Tochka, Yandex Bank, and Post Bank. Personal sanctions were also imposed on Bank of Russia Deputy Chairman Sergey Belov, Russian Railways head Oleg Belozerov, and other individuals. In addition to finance, the package covers energy, trade, and cryptocurrency sectors. Russian financial institutions have stated that operations continue normally, though the Golden Crown payment system has already suspended transfers to Georgia and several other countries. Moscow Exchange and affected banks including Ozon Bank and Tochka confirmed that trading, settlements, and client services remain unchanged.
AntiMalwareJul 24, 2026Translated from Russian