Ukraine Cracks Down: Sanctions Unleashed on Powerful Figures

Ukraine's National Security and Defence Council imposed sanctions on former President Petro Poroshenko, jailed tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky, former PrivatBank co-owner Hennadiy Bogolyubo, and Viktor Medvedchuk, an ally of Vladimir Putin. The presidential decree, published on Thursday, highlights Ukraine's firm stance on individuals deemed threats to national security.

Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council has taken decisive action against several high-profile figures by imposing sanctions, a move formally ratified by a presidential decree made public on Thursday. The list of sanctioned individuals notably includes former President Petro Poroshenko.

Also targeted are prominent figures like jailed tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky and Hennadiy Bogolyubo, a former co-owner of the major financial institution PrivatBank. In a strategic move, the council also sanctioned Viktor Medvedchuk, known for his close ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The sanctions underscore Ukraine's ongoing strategy to fortify national security in a region rife with geopolitical tensions. It signals a proactive stance towards rooting out perceived threats and reinforcing the nation's autonomy on the international stage.

(With inputs from agencies.)