European Union: Council adopted 19th package of sanctions against Russia including prohibition on cryptocurrency transactions
Description
Council adopted 19th package of sanctions against Russia including prohibition on cryptocurrency transactions
On 23 October 2025, the Council adopted the 19th package of sanctions against Russia, including a prohibition on cryptocurrency transactions. The package also includes a transaction ban on additional banks in Russia and on banks in third countries. …
Scope
Policy Area
Authorisation, registration and licensing
Policy Instrument
Prohibition of goods and services
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies), other service provider
Implementation Level
supranational
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body