Canada Expands Sanctions Against Russia Targeting Drone Technology and Cyberattack Infrastructure

On Wednesday, Canada introduced new sanctions aimed at Russia’s drone and energy sectors, along with infrastructure believed to be involved in cyberattacks against Ukraine.

The announcement was made by Foreign Minister Anita Anand during a gathering of G7 foreign ministers near Niagara Falls, Ontario. The sanctions also extend to vessels associated with Russia’s so-called shadow fleet—ships reportedly engaged in transporting oil in breach of international sanctions.

“Canada will persist in making sure that Russia faces consequences for its actions,” Anand stated at a news briefing alongside Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha.

She noted that these sanctions represent the first instance of Canada targeting “IT infrastructure utilized in Russia’s hybrid tactics against Ukraine.” The measure also encompasses entities related to Russia’s liquefied natural gas industry, as outlined by Global Affairs Canada.

These actions are part of what the Canadian government refers to as “ongoing initiatives by the G7 to intensify economic pressure on Russia to bring an end to its conflict.”