UK to Announce Largest Sanctions Package Against Russia Since 2022

The United Kingdom is set to introduce a new package of sanctions against Russia on Monday, February 24, marking three years since the start of Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

According to DW, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated that this will be the most extensive sanctions package since the early days of the war, aiming to further disrupt Russia’s military capabilities and limit its revenue streams.

Speaking on Sunday, February 23, Lammy emphasized the critical moment in European security, stating that now is the time to reinforce support for Ukraine. He highlighted that, beyond military assistance, the UK is committed to working alongside the United States and European allies to achieve a sustainable and just resolution to the war.

“Nothing concerning Ukraine can be decided without Ukraine,” Lammy stated, underscoring London’s stance on Kyiv’s role in any future negotiations.

The UK has already imposed sanctions on 1,900 individuals and entities linked to the Russian government since the invasion began in 2022. The upcoming measures are expected to target key sectors supporting Russia’s war effort.

Additionally, the UK reaffirmed its commitment to providing Ukraine with £3 billion ($3.78 billion) in annual support. Lammy also indicated that the UK is open to contributing peacekeeping forces if required.

This announcement comes amid shifting dynamics in US policy, with President Donald Trump’s recent approach to negotiations raising concerns about Ukraine’s role in diplomatic talks with Russia. In response, the UK is reinforcing its position as a key security partner for Ukraine, advocating for sustained international support.

Earlier, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, following a G20 meeting in South Africa, stated that Russia showed no willingness to pursue peace with Ukraine after Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov’s speech. Lammy emphasized that there was no progress toward a negotiated settlement. Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, speaking in Paris, stressed that lasting peace in Ukraine depends on US security commitments, while European leaders discussed but did not agree on potential peacekeeper deployments.