New British sanctions could affect Russian energy companies, the media say
On Monday, January 31, the British government will present new sanctions against Russia in the event of an invasion of Ukraine, which could affect the assets of Russian energy companies that are "strategically important" to Putin.
The Times reported this, citing sources in the British government.
According to the publication, the new sanctions may include a freeze on assets and a ban on entry into the UK for individuals and legal entities that are "of strategic importance" to the Russian government. The measures could also affect British investment by Russian businesspeople and Kremlin-linked businesses.
It is noted that the package of sanctions will be announced before the scheduled meeting of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson with Vladimir Putin.
To recap, soon the Prime Minister of Great Britain, Boris Johnson, will hold talks with the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, and will visit the crisis region.
The Foreign Minister of the United Kingdom Elizabeth Truss announced her arrival in Ukraine this week.
