EU sanctions suppliers of Russian Garpia and Bekas drone components
The European Union has expanded its sanctions regime to target entities supplying critical components for Russia's Garpia long-range drones and the manufacturer of Bekas FPV drones. This action aims to disrupt the supply chain for Russian unmanned aerial systems used in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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EU Expands Russia Sanctions Amid Internal Friction and Evasion Concerns
The EU has enacted its 21st sanctions package, confirmed to target Russian gold and diamond mining, drone component suppliers, oil refining infrastructure, and specific individuals and corporations like Sistema. This expansion aims to further restrict Russian revenue streams and military capabilities, though internal EU friction and ongoing evasion concerns present challenges to effectiveness. The package also includes broader measures against financial, crypto, and energy sectors.