Bangladesh, Oct. 13 -- The European Union (EU) has announced its largest-ever single round of sanctions listings against Russia, targeting 1,569 individuals and companies linked to the countrys military-industrial complex. Adopted on October 12, 2026, the measures aim to disrupt Russias weapons production networks, particularly the supply chains supporting ballistic missiles used in attacks against Ukraine.

According to the European Council, the latest package includes 826 Russian companies and 743 executives and other individuals. The new designations bring the total number of listings under the EU sanctions regime protecting Ukraines territorial integrity to nearly 4,600.

Under the restrictions, designated companies face asset freezes...