EU sanctions Russian-linked disinformation actors

The European Union (EU) has imposed fresh sanctions on two organisations accused of spreading pro-Kremlin propaganda and disinformation aimed at undermining trust in European institutions. The measures form part of the EU’s wider effort to combat what officials describe as Russia’s ongoing “hybrid threats” against Europe.

The two sanctioned entities are Euromore, a media platform accused of amplifying Kremlin narratives, and Pravfond, a Russian state-backed foundation which the EU claims plays a central role in Moscow’s foreign influence operations. According to the Council of the European Union, both organisations have been involved in information manipulation designed to destabilise democratic societies and justify Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Under the sanctions, any assets held within the EU will be frozen, while European individuals and companies are banned from providing financial support to the organisations. The move follows a series of earlier sanctions targeting individuals and groups linked to Russian cyber activity, propaganda and foreign interference campaigns.

European officials say disinformation has become a major security concern, particularly as AI-generated content and coordinated online campaigns become more sophisticated. The EU has repeatedly accused Russia of using digital platforms, fake media outlets and influence networks to deepen political divisions across Europe.