Sanctions in a Snap: Developments in Sanctions

Hughes Hubbard’s “Sanctions in a Snap” provides a clear and concise summary of recent developments from the United States' Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the European Union and its Member States. The U.S. edition is designed to help you quickly assess U.S. economic sanctions compliance risks in light of current government designation and enforcement priorities. While the EU edition covers European economic sanctions and export controls risks against the current EU regulatory framework and enforcement priorities.

Monthly Newsletters

October 2025: US Edition | October 2025: EU Edition

Highlights from October 2025 include the first Russia-related sanctions imposed by the second Trump administration, U.S. designations targeting the Colombian President, the adoption of the 19th sanctions package against Russia by the EU and the European Court of Justice’s confirmation of reporting obligations for individuals subject to asset-freezing measures.

September 2025: US Edition

Highlights from September 2025 include civil monetary penalties against a freight forwarder and a digital asset platform that set forth clear compliance expectations. Companies should also carefully consider the Mexican cartel and fentanyl-related designation actions described below, which portend significant OFAC focus on Rosarito, Mexico, and online pharmacies.