US Imposes New Sanctions Against Putin Regime

328 State Duma deputies, dozens of companies and the head of Sberbank are subjects to the restrictions.

The United States announced on March 24 that another package of sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine enters into force. The press service of the US Treasury said that the sanctions are primarily directed against the military-industrial complex of the Russian Federation and State Duma deputies, who have "supported Putin's war".

"The United States, with our partners and allies, is striking at the heart of Russia’s ability to finance and carry out its warfare and atrocities against Ukraine. The Russian State Duma continues to support Putin’s invasion, stifle the free flow of information, and infringe on the basic rights of the citizens of Russia. We call on those closest to Putin to cease and condemn this cold-blooded war," said Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen, commenting on the introduction of the new sanctions package.

The US Department of the Treasury emphasised that all property and assets of the specified individuals and the companies which are under the jurisdiction of the USA will be blocked. It is also prohibited to provide funds, goods or services, as well as to conduct any settlements with the persons involved in the sanctions list.