EU sanctions nine people over alleged Russian cyber-spying campaign
The European Union has sanctioned nine individuals and four entities linked to a long-term cyber-espionage campaign against several member states. The move follows increased tensions as Ukraine continues to request more military support from Western allies.
Why it matters
This highlights the escalation of cyber warfare in international relations and the EU's efforts to counter state-sponsored digital threats.
EU announces sanctions on nine individuals and four entities over alleged years long cyber espionage campaign.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and EU leaders before a meeting of 'Coalition of the Willing' in Kyiv, Ukraine, February 24, 2026 [Handout/Ukrainian Presidential Press Service via Reuters] By AFP , AP and Reuters Published On 13 Jul 2026 13 Jul 2026 The European Union has imposed sanctions on Russian military officers, hackers and private companies, denouncing what it called a years-long cyber-espionage campaign against the bloc.
The European Council said in a statement on Monday that those targeted “contribute to Russia’s efforts to destabilise the EU, its member states and international partners”. The espionage and attacks have taken place in at least nine countries.
The names of the people and entities were not listed in the statement.
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