UK announces largest sanctions package against Russia since start of full-scale invasion
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UK Imposes Nearly 300 New Sanctions on Russia on Ukraine War Anniversary
UK Imposes Nearly 300 New Sanctions on Russia on Ukraine War Anniversary
Will these moves place pressure on Russia to end the war or do they undermine negotiating efforts?
Above: U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper at a war ceremony in Kyiv, Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2026. Image credit: Leon Neal/Getty Images
The Spin
Four years into what Putin believed would be a three-day war, the Kremlin continues its barbaric assault against Ukraine's innocent civilians who have just suffered their most brutal winter in a decade. The U.K. is imposing these sanctions to deprive Putin of the funds he needs to execute this war, showing that the U.K. remains committed to standing by the Ukrainian people.
Russia has consistently reaffirmed its commitment to a peaceful resolution to the Ukrainian conflict, putting forward clear demands that, if met, would result in a swift settlement. This is now in Ukraine's hands but they refuse to engage on these points. Meanwhile, its NATO allies continue to do all they can to undermine negotiation efforts.
Metaculus Prediction
There's a 50% chance there will be a bilateral ceasefire or peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine by Aug. 13, 2027, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
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