Recent Trends in EU Sanctions Law

This chapter identifies and analyzes recent legal developments in arguably one of the most dynamic areas of EU external action, namely, restrictive measures. Drawing on the extensive research in this area, the chapter briefly outlines the concept of sanctions and their typology in the EU context, before exploring how these measures are imposed and implemented. It then examines current issues relating to the legality of restrictive measures and compensation under EU law, as they emerge from the recent case law of the European Courts. Particular attention is paid to targeted measures against individuals, as these have increased sharply in response to the illegal Russian invasion of Ukraine.