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EU corrects platinum code in Belarus sanctions rules
Summary
The European Union corrected a tariff-code error affecting the scope of platinum import restrictions under its Belarus sanctions regime, refining the classification data used by trade compliance teams.
EU corrects platinum code in Russia sanctions rules
Summary
The European Union corrected a customs-code reference covering platinum in its Russia sanctions rules, replacing an erroneous code in Council Regulation (EU) 2026/506 through a corrigendum published Aug. 11.
Swiss SECO clarifies Iran humanitarian transfer exemption
Summary
Switzerland’s SECO clarified which Iran-related food, health and humanitarian transfers do not require authorization, while emphasizing that notification remains mandatory. The source does not specify an effective date.
Switzerland expands Russia sanctions, aligning measures with EU restrictions
Summary
Switzerland has expanded its sanctions targeting Russia’s military-industrial complex and shadow fleet, with measures entering into force Aug. 11 that align the Swiss regime with European Union restrictions.
Switzerland sanctions six over Moldova election interference
Summary
Switzerland added six individuals to its Moldova sanctions program, applying financial sanctions and entry and transit bans from Aug. 11 over alleged interference in the country’s 2025 parliamentary elections.
EU corrects platinum code in Belarus sanctions rules
Summary
The European Union corrected a tariff-code error affecting the scope of platinum import restrictions under its Belarus sanctions regime, refining the classification data used by trade compliance teams.
EU corrects platinum code in Russia sanctions rules
Summary
The European Union corrected a customs-code reference covering platinum in its Russia sanctions rules, replacing an erroneous code in Council Regulation (EU) 2026/506 through a corrigendum published Aug. 11.
Swiss SECO clarifies Iran humanitarian transfer exemption
Summary
Switzerland’s SECO clarified which Iran-related food, health and humanitarian transfers do not require authorization, while emphasizing that notification remains mandatory. The source does not specify an effective date.
Switzerland expands Russia sanctions, aligning measures with EU restrictions
Summary
Switzerland has expanded its sanctions targeting Russia’s military-industrial complex and shadow fleet, with measures entering into force Aug. 11 that align the Swiss regime with European Union restrictions.
Switzerland sanctions six over Moldova election interference
Summary
Switzerland added six individuals to its Moldova sanctions program, applying financial sanctions and entry and transit bans from Aug. 11 over alleged interference in the country’s 2025 parliamentary elections.
