EU renews decades-long arms embargo on Zimbabwe

EU extends arms embargo on Zimbabwe by one year

Move follows annual review of sanctions it imposed on southern African nation - Anadolu Ajansı

EU renews decades-long arms embargo on Zimbabwe

The European Union Council has extended the arms embargo on Zimbabwe for one year, until 20 February 2027, following an annual review of the restrictive measures. The decades-long regulation bans the grant, sell, supply or transfer of technical assistance related to military equipment which might be used for internal repression. The EU, however, lifted all provisions related to the possibility of a travel ban and asset freeze, while continuing t…

EU EXTENDS ARMS EMBARGO ON ZIMBABWE BY ONE YEAR OVER “REIGN OF TERROR”

Wed 18 February 2026: The European Union extended its arms embargo on Zimbabwe by one year until Feb. 20, 2027. The move followed an annual review of sanctions it imposed on the southern African nation, the Council of the European Union said in a statement Tuesday. The Council lifted all remaining provisions related to travel […]

Sanctions Scrapped, But Arms Ban Stays! European Union Shifts Stance on Zimbabwe

Sanctions Scrapped, But Arms Ban Stays! European Union Shifts Stance on Zimbabwe In a major policy shake-up, the European Union has lifted its sanctions against Zimbabwe, signaling a fresh chapter in relations. However, the arms embargo isn’t going anywhere just yet, it’s been extended for another year. Brussels says it’s now ready to strengthen engagement […] The post Sanctions Scrapped, But Arms Ban Stays! European Union Shifts Stance on Zimba…