New Zealand targets Russia supporters
New Zealand has introduced another sanctions package aimed at people and groups supporting Russia's war against Ukraine. The measures cover 33 individuals and entities, with a particular focus on malicious cyber actors and those connected to the forced relocation, abduction, and re-education of Ukrainian children.
The sanctions also extend to supporters of Russia's military-industrial complex, political figures, and individuals from North Korea and Iran who are assisting Moscow. The package is New Zealand's 36th round of sanctions against Russia since the Russia Sanctions Act began in March 2022.
Key Events
- New Zealand announced a new package of sanctions against people and groups supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- The sanctions target 33 individuals and groups.
- The list includes cyber actors involved in malicious activity and propaganda.
- The package also targets those linked to the forced relocation, abduction, and re-education of Ukrainian children.
- Additional targets include supporters of Russia's military-industrial complex, political figures, and people from North Korea and Iran assisting Moscow.
- The move is described as New Zealand's 36th round of sanctions against Russia since the Russia Sanctions Act came into force in March 2022.