Switzerland Expands Russian Sanctions, Targets Media Organizations

Swiss authorities adopt new EU sanctions package, extending advertising bans to eight additional Russian media outlets and amending financial restrictions on 158 entities.

Key Takeaways

Switzerland has adopted new EU sanctions against Russia
Advertising ban extended to 8 additional Russian media organizations
Financial sanctions amended for 158 persons and organizations
The measures align with EU's 16th sanctions package

By The Numbers

Additional Russian media organizations banned from advertising

158

Entities under amended financial sanctions

They Said

"Swiss companies are now forbidden to advertise in eight additional Russian media organisations"
— SECO Statement

Switzerland Expands Russian Sanctions Package

Media Restrictions Details

Financial Measures and Impact

International Alignment and Swiss Position

Sources & References

Switzerland introduces new EU sanctions targeting Russian media

SWI swissinfo.ch

Key Takeaways

Switzerland has adopted new EU sanctions against Russia
Advertising ban extended to 8 additional Russian media organizations
Financial sanctions amended for 158 persons and organizations
The measures align with EU's 16th sanctions package

By The Numbers

Additional Russian media organizations banned from advertising

158

Entities under amended financial sanctions

They Said

"Swiss companies are now forbidden to advertise in eight additional Russian media organisations"
— SECO Statement

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sanctions

Russia

international relations

international relations

media

EU alignment