Republic of Moldova: EU restrictive measures extended until April 2027 10:45 The Council extended the framework for restrictive measures against those responsible for actions[...]

The Council decided today to extend EU restrictive measures against those responsible for actions aimed at destabilising, undermining or threatening the sovereignty and independence of the Republic of Moldova, until 29 April 2027.

EU restrictive measures currently apply to a total of 23 individuals and 5 entities.

Individuals and entities listed under this sanctions regime are subject to an asset freeze. This framework also prohibits the making available of funds or economic resources to those listed, either directly or indirectly. Furthermore, a travel ban is applicable to listed natural persons, preventing them from entering or transiting through the territories of any EU member state.

In its conclusions of 23 October 2025, the European Council reaffirmed its commitment to continue working closely with the Republic of Moldova to enhance the country's resilience and stability in the face of persistent destabilising activities by Russia, including hybrid attacks, aimed at undermining the country's democratic institutions.

The EU remains unwavering in its support for the Republic of Moldova and its resilience, security, stability, economy and energy supply in the face of destabilising activities by Russia.

Background

This legal framework for restrictive measures was first introduced in April 2023 at the request of the Republic of Moldova. It allows the EU to impose sanctions against persons responsible for supporting or implementing actions which undermine or threaten Moldova's sovereignty and independence, as well as the country's democracy, the rule of law, stability or security.

Since the beginning of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, efforts to destabilise Moldova have intensified, posing a direct threat to the stability and security of the external borders of the EU.

• Council Decision (CFSP) 2023/891 of 28 April 2023 concerning restrictive measures in view of actions destabilising the Republic of Moldova (consolidated text dated 15 July 2025)
• European Council conclusions, 26 June 2025
• Moldova (background information)