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UKRAINE CRISIS
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Ukraine Crisis: Movement Options For People Departing Ukraine
An Interactive Multi-country Guide
UPDATES

Ukraine Crisis – US Sanctions Update
UPDATED – May 19, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – EU Sanctions Update
UPDATED – May 19, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – UK Sanctions Update
UPDATED – May 19, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – Russia / Ukraine Sanctions Update
UPDATED – May 19, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – Other Notable Developments – Sanctions Update
UPDATED – May 19, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – US Sanctions Update – ARCHIVE
An archive of US Sanctions during the Ukraine Crisis.

Ukraine Crisis – EU Sanctions Update – ARCHIVE
UPDATED – May 12, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – UK Sanctions Update – ARCHIVE
UPDATED – May 12, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – Russia / Ukraine Sanctions Update – ARCHIVE
UPDATED – May 12, 2022

Ukraine Crisis – Other Notable Developments – Sanctions Update – ARCHIVE
UPDATED – May 12, 2022

Ukraine Crisis: Ten Key Questions Series
This mini Q+A series focuses on the fast-evolving crisis in Ukraine with each episode concentrating on specific points of discussion.

US FinCEN Warns Financial Institutions About Activities of Kleptocracies and Foreign Corruption
On April 14, 2022, the US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) urged financial institutions to focus on detecting, reporting, and blocking funds associated with kleptocracies and other forms of foreign public corruption.

Landmark US Humanitarian Parole Program: Uniting For Ukraine
The conflict in Ukraine has caused civilian casualties and destruction of infrastructure. Since the Ukraine-Russia military crisis escalated two months ago, over 5.2 million Ukrainians have left their homeland as they seek safety and protection in neighboring countries and abroad.

Poland Expands Support for Ukrainians
Over the past two months, approximately 5 million Ukrainians have departed their homeland due to the escalating military conflict with Russia. Poland has received the majority of these individuals—taking in more than 2.8 million people according to the latest estimate from the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.

Ukraine Crisis – the contractual risks of withdrawing from Russia
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted many western companies to stage a mass commercial exodus from Russia, as businesses have decided that, even if they are not caught by sanctions, it is no longer appropriate or desirable to maintain a presence there.

Ukraine: A Week Into the War with Russia, Over One Million Displaced
Over 1.2 million people have departed Ukraine for neighboring European countries.

EU Welcomes Ukrainians Fleeing the Conflict
The European Union (EU) passed a “Temporary Protection Directive” for Ukrainians and others fleeing the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.

Pension Investments: Impacts of the Ukraine / Russia Crisis
Pension scheme trustees will naturally be considering what, if any, steps they may wish to take.

The new economic crime bill – greater transparency of property ownership in the UK?
The tragic events in Ukraine have caused Western governments to take various steps to cause economic damage to the Russian state, Russian companies and Russian nationals.

EU Adopts Two New Sanctions Packages
After announcing an initial package of sanctions on Russian individuals and entities, the European Union (“EU”) has implemented two new sanctions packages. More sanctions are expected to come.
Ukraine Crisis – US Sanctions Update – ARCHIVE
An archive of US Sanctions during the Ukraine Crisis.
LEGAL UPDATES
WATCH
PRESS COMMENT
International Trade partner Jason Hungerford speaks to BBC Radio 5 Live about the impact of sanctions imposed on Russia.
(Includes subtitles)