sanctionsrussiahigh impact18/08/2026, 11:05:14Confidence 79/100
UK imposes sanctions on several Russian banks including Ozon Bank
The UK has expanded its list of anti-Russian sanctions, incorporating 19 new entries, including several banks and vessels. Notably affected are Ozon Bank and others, along with various legal entities and ships.
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The sanctions also target six ships, including Arctic Express, Asteras, Visund, Zenturo, and Torvian.
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The UK has imposed sanctions on several Russian banks including Ozon Bank.
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What we know (verified)
- —The UK has imposed sanctions on several Russian banks including Ozon Bank.
- —The UK has expanded its list of anti-Russian sanctions to include a total of 19 new entries.
- —The sanctions also target six ships, including Arctic Express, Asteras, Visund, Zenturo, and Torvian.
- —The new sanctions include financial institutions such as Tsentr-Invest, Realist Bank, Stavr, and TelePort Bank.
- —Ozon Bank stated that the sanctions would not affect its operations since it does not hold foreign assets or use the international SWIFT messaging network.
- —The UK Foreign Office (MFA) announced the imposition of these sanctions.
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Our assessment
If sustained, the expanded UK sanctions will further restrict the ability of listed Russian banks and designated vessels to interact with UK-based financial institutions,…