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EU Imposes Sanctions on Two Russian Entities It Says Are Linked to Disinformation
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on April 21, 2026
2 min readLast updated: April 21, 2026
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On April 21, 2026, the EU imposed sanctions on two Russian entities—Euromore and Pravfond—accusing them of spreading Kremlin-backed disinformation; the measures include asset freezes and bans on EU citizens and firms providing them any funds.
EU Imposes Sanctions on Two Russian Entities Linked to Disinformation
Overview of EU Sanctions on Russian Entities
Details of the Sanctions
BRUSSELS, April 21 (Reuters) - The European Council has imposed sanctions on two Russian entities that it said on Tuesday were linked to propaganda and disinformation from Moscow.
Entities Targeted by the EU
The sanctions were placed on media platform Euromore and the Foundation for the Support and Protection of the Rights of Compatriots Living Abroad (Pravfond), which the Council said in a statement makes "legal and analytical output (that) is systematically used to reinforce key Kremlin disinformation points."
Russian Response to EU Actions
Russian officials say the EU has repeatedly curbed freedom of expression by banning media which dare to challenge the EU's own perceptions of the world. Moscow denies that it spreads disinformation and says EU leaders are intentionally exaggerating the threat from Russia for their own political ends.
Reactions from Sanctioned Entities
Euromore and Pravfond did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Implications of the Sanctions
The designation subjects the entities to an asset freeze and bars EU citizens and companies from making funds, financial assets or economic resources available to them.
Broader EU Measures Against Russia
The EU has imposed sanctions on 69 people and 19 entities over Russian activities that it says "undermine the fundamental values of the EU and its member states, their security, stability, independence and integrity."
(Reporting by Makini Brice; additional reporting by Moscow newsroom; Editing by Andrew Heavens)
Key Takeaways
- •Euromore is described by the EU as a pro‑Kremlin media relay that amplifies and legitimises Russian narratives, especially regarding Ukraine and the EU’s legitimacy
- •Pravfond is a state‑funded foundation whose legal and analytical outputs reinforce Kremlin disinformation themes such as alleged ‘Russophobia’, ‘nazification’ of Ukraine, and persecution of Russian‑speakers
- •These new listings bring the EU’s sanctions totals to 69 individuals and 19 entities under its framework targeting Russia’s destabilising hybrid activities
Frequently Asked Questions about EU imposes sanctions on two Russian entities it says are linked to disinformation
1Which Russian entities were sanctioned by the EU?
The EU sanctioned media platform Euromore and the Foundation for the Support and Protection of the Rights of Compatriots Living Abroad (Pravfond).
2Why did the EU impose sanctions on these Russian entities?
The sanctions were imposed because the EU claims these entities are linked to propaganda and disinformation from Moscow.
3What restrictions do the sanctions include?
The sanctions include an asset freeze and a ban on EU citizens and companies from making funds or economic resources available to the sanctioned entities.
4How many people and entities has the EU sanctioned for Russian activities?
The EU has sanctioned 69 people and 19 entities over Russian activities that allegedly undermine EU values and security.
5How has Russia responded to previous EU media bans?
Russian officials claim the EU curbs freedom of expression and intentionally exaggerates the threat from Russia for political motives.
