Zelensky Slaps New Sanctions On Suppliers Of Electronic Warfare, Microelectronics To Russian Military

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has approved a fresh package of sanctions targeting individuals and companies accused of supplying critical electronic warfare, communications and microelectronics equipment to Russia’s military and security agencies, intensifying Kyiv’s efforts to disrupt Moscow’s war-making capabilities.

The sanctions were enacted through a presidential decree on January 3, 2026, following a decision by Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council (NSDC).

They take immediate effect and are aimed at choking off technological supply chains that support Russia’s battlefield operations against Ukraine.

What does the Ukrainian decree mean?

According to the decree, the restrictive measures apply to both individuals and legal entities found to be contributing to Russia’s military-industrial complex.

The sanctions framework has been adopted under Ukraine’s Law on Sanctions, with oversight of implementation assigned to the secretary of the NSDC.

Enforcement responsibilities have been distributed among the Cabinet of Ministers, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), the National Bank of Ukraine, and other relevant state bodies.

Who were the individuals and entities sanctioned?

Ukrainian media outlet Ukrainska Pravda reported that the sanctions list includes 95 individuals and 70 legal entities, the majority of whom are Russian citizens or companies registered in Russia.

Many of the targeted firms are involved in the production or supply of communications systems, electronic warfare platforms and microelectronics used by Russia’s armed forces and security services.

These technologies are considered crucial to Russia’s military operations, enabling secure battlefield communications, drone suppression, electronic countermeasures, and surveillance.

Why did Ukraine sanction these Russian entities?

Ukrainian officials say disrupting access to such equipment is increasingly important as Moscow relies more heavily on drones and electronic interference in its campaign against Ukraine.

Beyond the defence sector, the sanctions also extend to companies operating in Russia’s chemical, extractive and metallurgical industries, as well as enterprises linked to the fuel and energy sector, reflecting a broader attempt to weaken Russia’s industrial base.

How would Ukraine seek support from other nations?

As part of the NSDC decision, Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been tasked with notifying the European Union, the United States, and other international partners of the new measures.

Kyiv will urge allies to introduce parallel or coordinated sanctions to prevent Russia from circumventing restrictions through third countries.

The move is part of Ukraine’s broader sanctions policy, which seeks to align national measures with those imposed by Western partners and international bodies.

Ukrainian authorities argue that targeting the technological backbone of Russia’s military is key to undermining its ability to sustain the war.