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Canada Unveils Expanded Russia Sanctions Targeting LNG, Drones, Cyber Suppliers and Shadow Fleet

Canada positions the move as a coordinated G7 effort to raise the costs of Russia’s war.

Overview

  • Foreign Minister Anita Anand announced the measures under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations during the G7 foreign ministers’ meeting near Niagara Falls, Ontario.
  • Canada designated 13 individuals and 11 entities, including actors tied to the development and deployment of Russia’s drone program.
  • For the first time, Canada sanctioned entities that supply IT and cyber infrastructure used in Russian hybrid operations against Ukraine.
  • The package includes several liquefied natural gas firms and lists 100 vessels associated with Russia’s so‑called shadow fleet used to obscure oil shipments.
  • Ottawa said the actions align with recent U.S., EU and U.K. steps and respond to priorities outlined by Ukraine.