Misappropriation of state funds of Ukraine
Misappropriation of state funds of Ukraine is a sanctions program maintained by European Union Council (EU) targeting Ukraine. It imposes asset freeze.
Overview
On 20 February 2014, the Council of the EU condemned in the strongest terms all use of violence in Ukraine and called for an immediate end to the violence, and full respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. The Council also called upon the Ukrainian Government to exercise maximum restraint and opposition leaders to distance themselves from those who resort to radical action, including violence. On 3 March 2014, the Council agreed to focus restrictive measures on the freezing and recovery of assets of persons identified as responsible for the misappropriation of Ukrainian State funds and persons responsible for human rights violations, with a view to consolidating and supporting the rule of law and respect for human rights in Ukraine. Adopted by: EU.
Targeted country
Legal bases
- Council Decision concerning restrictive measures directed against certain persons, entities and bodies in view of the situation in Ukraine
- Council Regulation concerning restrictive measures directed against certain persons, entities and bodies in view of the situation in Ukraine