PRESS RELEASE No 84/26 A bank may refuse to open a basic payment account only after a case-by-case assessment of money laundering and terrorist financing risks. In this case, a Slovenian bank relied on a customer’s inclusion on the US OFAC list, despite not being on EU/UN sanctions, in order to decide to not allow […]

On 22 May 2026, the Commission published updated FAQs on tanker sales (Article 3q) and targeted vessels (Article 3s). On 06 May 2026, the Commission published updated FAQs on the movements of Russian diplomats (Art. 5v, 5w) and on the asset freeze and prohibition on providing funds or economic resources (Council Regulation (EU) No 269/2014). […]

The EU sanctions helpdesk is heading a four-part webinar series this May which is designed for anyone looking to develop an intermediate-level understanding of sanctions due diligence in practice.  What you’ll learn: 15 May – EU Sanctions Due Diligence in Practice Webinar: Module 1 – Counterparty Due Diligence 22 May – EU Sanctions Due Diligence in Practice Webinar: […]

Implementation Guidance The European Commission published an updated guidance on the interpretation of the RePower Gas Regulation (EU) 2026/261. The guidance contains clarifications and recommendations which harmonise the sanction regime against Russian gas and the need to secure sufficient gas supply.

https://curia.europa.eu/site/upload/docs/application/pdf/2026-03/cp260032en.pdf In Case C‑84/24, the Court of Justice of the European Union held that the assets of a company not itself listed under EU sanctions may nonetheless be frozen if they are owned, held, or controlled by a listed person. The Court confirmed that a 50% shareholding gives rise to a rebuttable presumption of control, […]

Transport Malta has issued Port Notice No. 10 of 2025 to remind all ship agents, bunker operators, maritime service providers, and terminal operators of the current sanctions and restrictive measures, particularly those responding to actions undermining Ukraine’s territorial integrity. All concerned parties must: No authorisation or clearance will be granted by the Authority unless there […]

Malta has adopted the revised National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act on 14 November 2025 (No. XXXV of 2025) introducing reforms to further strengthen the national sanctions framework. The updated law enhances obligations and enforcement measures that directly affect natural persons and legal persons operating in Malta. Natural persons and legal persons are encouraged to review […]

FAQs on sanctions against Russia and Belarus, with focus on the following provisions: Article 3ma of Council Regulation (EU) No 833/2014. Frequently asked questions on import ban on refined products obtained from Russian crude oil concerning sanctions adopted following Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine. Kindly find the link below.

FAQs on sanctions against Russia and Belarus, with focus on the following provisions: Articles 3m and 3n of Council Regulation (EU) No 833/2014. Frequently asked questions on oil imports concerning sanctions adopted following Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine. Kindly find the link below.

A new FATF report reveals serious and evolving terrorist financing (TF) threats, warning that many countries are still struggling to detect and prosecute these crimes effectively. Despite global efforts, nearly 70% of jurisdictions assessed show significant shortcomings in addressing TF risks. The Comprehensive Update on Terrorist Financing Risks, co-led by France and the UN Counter-Terrorism […]