On September 26, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree imposing sanctions on 44 individuals involved in the illegal elections to the State Duma of the Russian Federation in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.
Reasons for Imposing Sanctions
This move is a response to actions that Ukraine considers violations of international law and sovereignty. The illegal elections taking place in occupied territories threaten Ukraine's territorial integrity and undermine international efforts to restore peace in the region.
List of Individuals Subject to Sanctions
The sanctions target individuals who are directly or indirectly involved in organizing and conducting the elections. While specific names have not been disclosed in the reports, it is known that they are representatives of various structures supporting the occupation regime.
- Individuals who participated in the electoral process;
- Officials who facilitated the organization of the elections;
- Members of political parties supporting the occupation regime.
Reactions from the International Community
The imposition of sanctions has received a positive reaction from international organizations that support Ukraine in its struggle for territorial integrity. Many countries have expressed their readiness to support Ukraine in its pursuit of justice and legality.