The Council of the European Union (EU) has decided to prolong for another year “the restrictive measures linked to internal repression in Belarus and regime’s support for the war against Ukraine,” the EU Council noted in a press release. 

“The decision was taken on the basis of the annual review and considering the persistent gravity of the domestic situation in the country and Belarus’ ongoing involvement in the Russian aggression against Ukraine,” the EU Council added.

The measures now apply until February 28, 2024.

“The restrictive measures consist of a ban on travel to the EU and an asset freeze for listed persons – currently 195 individuals, including [Belarusian President] Alexandr Lukashenko – and an asset freeze applicable to 34 entities. In addition, EU persons and entities are forbidden from making funds available to those listed, either directly or indirectly,” the EU Council noted.

“Belarus also remains subject to targeted economic sanctions, including restrictions in the financial sector, trade, dual-use goods, technology and telecommunication, energy, transport and others,” the EU Council stated.