Fresh U.S. Sanctions Hit Russian Defense Ministry Branches and Five Russian Nationals

Sanctions Announced by Washington

According to 5 канал: The United States has imposed a fresh round of restrictions covering five Russian citizens as well as individuals from Iran, Malaysia, and Syria. Russian Defense Ministry units are among the newly designated targets. The measures took effect in late July and are set to remain in place for two years, with the U.S. State Department allowed to renew them once that period expires. This action reflects Washington's ongoing reliance on economic measures as a central tool in its policy toward Moscow.

Designated Individuals and Entities

Among those hit by the latest sanctions are five people from Russia:

• Alexander Prikhodko
• Andrei Gusev
• Andrei Kosolapov
• Vladislav Morozik
• Sergei Tsybarev

In addition, the restrictions cover citizens of Iran, Malaysia, and Syria. The sanctioned structures linked to Russia's Defense Ministry include:

• 1061st Material-Technical Support Center
• Russian Ground Forces
• Main Directorate of Rocket Forces and Artillery
• Directorate for Advanced Inter-Service Research and Special Projects

The State Department published formal notice of the restrictions in the Federal Register under reference 2026-15759. At the same time, a bipartisan group of U.S. senators agreed on an updated sanctions bill aimed at Russia and Iran. Officially called the "Lindsey O. Graham Sanctions Against Russia and Iran Act of 2026," the legislation would give President Donald Trump expanded authority to apply more economic pressure on Moscow and its partners.

Washington describes these sanctions as part of broader efforts to respond to behavior it views as a threat to international security. The latest designations continue a long-standing strategy of economic coercion against nations accused of violating global norms. Because the restrictions may be renewed, their consequences for affected economies and for international relations will be an important factor in how the situation evolves. The proposed legislation would further expand the president's powers to toughen sanctions should circumstances require.

In a related development, the U.S. Senate has taken significant steps towards implementing a new package of sanctions, which has been described as particularly severe. These measures, observed by international leaders, aim to further tighten economic pressure on Russia and its allies. For more details on the implications and scope of this legislative move, see our coverage of the recently advanced sanctions package.