President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a new decree imposing sanctions against a number of individuals and companies who, according to him, cooperate with the Russian Federation and the occupation authorities, supporting activities in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine
This marks another step in the systematic fight by Ukrainian authorities against collaborationist activities and actions that promote Russian aggression. The new decree, signed by the head of state, contains a list of individuals and legal entities that, according to official information, conduct business or other activities in the temporarily occupied regions of Ukraine. Special attention is given to those who, in violation of Ukrainian legislation, collaborate with Russian occupiers, justify or support their actions, facilitate military aggression, or profit from the occupation authorities. One of the most notable figures affected by the new sanctions is the fugitive Member of Parliament Artem Dmytruk. A related source reports that he was included in the list of persons whose activities the Ukrainian government considers harmful and undermining the country's national security. In his official speech, Zelensky emphasized: "I have signed a decree on new sanctions by Ukraine against those who cooperate with the occupier on our land. These are individuals and legal entities doing business in the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine, including Crimea, and those who help justify aggression, consider earning money during occupation acceptable, or pay taxes to the occupation authorities." According to the president, these measures aim to stop any activity that supports the enemy and to reduce the level of collaborationism in Ukrainian regions currently under Russian control. Additional details and the list of new sanctions are currently being clarified; however, it is already known that companies and individuals with direct or indirect links to the Russian occupation administration, those who financially support the activities of occupation administrations in the peninsula, or are involved in executing tasks for the Russian aggressor in eastern Ukraine will be banned. The implementation of these sanctions aligns with the broader state strategy to isolate collaborators and create the most favorable conditions for regaining control over all occupied territories. At present, this information remains current and is being updated promptly, as the fight against sanctionable activities and disruptive elements continues under round-the-clock supervision by relevant authorities. Announcements of new restrictions demonstrate the continuous and consistent nature of Ukraine's state policy in countering Russian aggression and maintaining national security. Overall, Zelensky’s step underscores the importance of combating collaborationism and facilitating economic and informational isolation of those attempting to use occupation for personal enrichment or to undermine Ukraine's sovereignty. Civil society and experts emphasize the significance of such measures for maintaining statehood and stability in the challenging conditions of war.