European Council sanctions nine individuals responsible for Bucha massacre in Ukraine

European Council sanctions nine individuals responsible for Bucha massacre in Ukraine

On the solemn occasion of the fourth anniversary of the Bucha massacre, which occurred between February and March 2022, the Council has adopted sanctions against nine individuals who played pivotal roles in these tragic events and bear responsibility for actions that undermine or threaten the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. In light of Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine that commenced in February 2022, …