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New criminal penalties for breaching EU restrictive measures: the firm’s contribution to the Chambers Sanctions Guide 2026

Francesco Isolabella, Luigi Isolabella, and Enrico Maria Canzi are among the contributors to the “Chambers Sanctions 2026 Global Practice Guide”, the international guide by Chambers and Partners examining the regulation and evolution of economic and trade sanctions worldwide.

In their chapter, the three lawyers examine Italy’s introduction of Legislative Decree 211/2025, which transposes EU Directive 2024/1226. The new legislation establishes criminal penalties for those who continue to maintain economic relations with sanctioned entities in breach of the restrictive measures adopted by the European Union.

The impact will be significant for companies operating in international markets, as well as for banks and financial institutions, which will need to carry out a thorough review of their organizational safeguards. Particular attention will be required for processes involving foreign counterparties, suppliers, intermediaries, clients, subcontractors, and entities based in high-risk jurisdictions.

👉 Read the full chapter here: https://gpg-pdf.chambers.com/Sanctions-2026/173/