The Swiss authorities have expanded sanctions against Russia by adopting a series of measures outlined in the EU's 20th sanctions package against the Russian Federation:
According to Interfax, this was reported by the country's Federal Council:
“On August 19, the Federal Council decided to adopt additional measures against Russia as part of the EU's 20th sanctions package,” the statement said:
The new measures, according to the statement, will come into effect on August 20 and will pertain to the energy, trade, and financial sectors:
