EU imposes new sanctions on Russians over Ukrainian child deportations

The European Union has sanctioned Russians over the deportation and forced displacement of Ukrainian children from occupied territories, according to Al Jazeera. The UK has also joined the sanctions action, targeting those responsible for forcibly displacing Ukrainian minors. The move reflects mounting EU pressure against forced deportations, which international observers have investigated as potential war crimes. The sanctioned individuals and entities face asset freezes and travel bans. This action signals coordinated Western resolve to hold Russia accountable for alleged violations of the Geneva Conventions regarding the protection of children during armed conflict.