The War & Sanctions portal is an open-access database developed by Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence (DIU) to document individuals, entities, and assets linked to Russian military activities. It serves as a resource for due diligence and compliance by providing verified information on sanctions, war-related logistics, and foreign components in weaponry.
Organisation and purpose
Initially launched by Ukraine’s National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) in 2022, the portal was transferred to the DIU in June 2024. It aims to support international sanctions enforcement by cataloguing data on individuals and organisations associated with Russia’s military operations.
Target audience
The portal is designed for use by financial institutions, compliance officers, legal professionals, and public sector entities. It provides information to aid in risk assessment and compliance with international sanctions.
Features and Content
The portal includes sections on:
- Individuals involved in the deportation of Ukrainian children
- Foreign components found in Russian military equipment
- Marine and aircraft vessels used in transporting weapons
- Stolen Ukrainian cultural heritage
- Entities under international sanctions
It offers data in Ukrainian, English, and Russian, and is regularly updated to reflect new findings.
Relevance to finance professionals
For finance professionals, the portal is a tool for conducting due diligence and ensuring compliance with sanctions regimes. It assists in identifying potential risks associated with clients, partners, and transactions that may involve sanctioned entities or individuals.
