Zelensky Signs New Sanctions Package Targeting Russia‑Linked Entities

A new sanctions package was signed targeting Russia‑linked entities, including Belarusian companies and individuals tied to Alexander Lukashenko. Make us preferred on Google Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn Bluesky Email Copy Copied Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky. Photo: Zelenskiy/Official, Telegram. Content Share Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn Bluesky Email Copy Copied Flip Make us preferred on Google President Volodymyr Zelensky said he has signed a new package of Ukrainian sanctions , including measures against entities linked to Belarus , as Kyiv seeks to increase pressure to reduce the intensity of Russia’s war against Ukraine . In his evening address on Wednesday , Zelensky said the sanctions were approved following decisions by the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, Ukrainska Pravda reported. Follow our coverage of the war on the @Kyivpost_official . “I have signed another Ukrainian sanctions package – a significant one – targeting, in particular, entities in Belarus.,” Zelensky said. “This is a signal to many of our partners about where pressure should be applied to reduce the scale and intensity of this war.” Zelensky stressed that Ukraine seeks to prevent Belarus from being drawn further into the conflict, warning against the expansion of military operations beyond Ukrainian territory. “Belarus must not be drawn into this war. There must be no operations against other European countries. And this Russia’s war against Ukraine must end in a dignified peace,” he said. The president said Ukraine will inform its international partners about intelligence indicating that Moscow continues to develop plans for operations beyond Ukraine, including efforts to involve Belarus more deeply in advancing Russian objectives. In a related move, Zelensky also signed a decree to impose sanctions on Belarusian companies and individuals close to self‑proclaimed Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko . Other Topics of Interest ‘If It Wasn’t for Us, You’d Be Speaking French!’ – Ukraine Latest, April 29 The king’s speech in US Congress, social media diplomacy, and more deep strikes in Russia – updates from Ukraine and beyond The measures target 16 Belarusian citizens and 11 legal entities linked to Russia’s war effort. Among those sanctioned are companies producing 122mm and 152mm artillery shells for Russian forces, including Olsa, Minsk Thermoplast Plant, and the Heavy Forging Plant, which manufacture components for ammunition . The list of sanctioned individuals includes Viktor Sheiman, a longtime associate of Lukashenko who has held senior government posts and is accused of facilitating shadow business operations and sanctions evasion. Following this, Zelensky’s decree also targets Lukashenko’s sons, Viktor and Dmitry, whom Ukrainian authorities accuse of helping export goods in circumvention of international sanctions, including the supply and re‑export of dual‑use items through Belarus. This comes after Zelensky signed decrees enacting sanctions against Russian entities involved in the abduction of Ukrainian children , part of a broader sanctions policy targeting individuals and organizations linked to Russia’s aggression. Ukraine has repeatedly called on allies to align sanctions pressure on Russia and its partners to deter further escalation and push Moscow toward a just peace. Kyiv Post is Ukraine’s first and oldest English news organization since 1995. Its international market reach of 97% outside of Ukraine makes it truly Ukraine’s Global – and most reliable – Voice.