ArticleSanctions Raids, Arrests And Seizures Related To Trucking CompaniesIt is being reported that the Lithuanian Customs Criminal Service has conducted raids at multiple addresses in Vilnius...European UnionInternational LawDuane Morris LLP
ArticleLithuania Probes 50 Cases Of Russia/Belarus Sanctions ViolationsIt has been reported that Lithuanian prosecutors opened over 50 investigations related to the suspected violations on Russia/Belarus international sanctions.LithuaniaInternational LawGherson
ArticleLithuania Removes AB Lifosa From Its Sanctions ListLithuania removed Lifosa, a phosphate fertilizer manufacturer owned by EuroChem Group, from its list of sanctioned companies. Lifosa was sanctioned in 2022 due to EU sanctions on Russian oligarch Andrey Melnichenko.LithuaniaInternational LawGherson
ArticleRaids As Part Of Investigation Into Sanctioned Exports To Russia And BelarusIt is being reported (here and here) that Lithuania's Financial Crime Investigation Service and the State Security Department, with coordinating assistance from the European Public Prosecutor's Office...LithuaniaInternational LawDuane Morris LLP
ArticleCustoms Raids And Arrests For Sanctioned Exports In Conjunction With Raids In Portugal And BulgariaOn Saturday Lithuania's Customs issued a press release announcing raids on a company based in Kaunas, and associated residential premises, with 11 people (employees, company managers, as well as drivers) detained and a dozen tons of equipment (valued at around €2 million) seized.LithuaniaInternational LawDuane Morris LLP
ArticleOLAF And Lithuanian Customs Raid Company Suspected Of Sanctions BreachesThe European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) has issued a press release reporting on a joint operation with Lithuanian Customs.LithuaniaInternational LawDuane Morris LLP
ArticleRaids And 10 Arrested For Suspected Prohibited Exports To RussiaLithuania's State Security Department has issued a press release detailing raids and arrests carried out on 14 January of this year involving ten suspects.LithuaniaInternational LawDuane Morris LLP
ArticleEU Issues New Guidance To Prevent Russian Sanctions And Export Control EvasionThe European Commission has issued updated guidance for industry to prevent Russian export control and sanctions evasion. This guidance is designed to aid industry in identifying Russian evasion tactics...European UnionInternational LawECOVIS ProventusLaw
ArticleFCIS Issues Updated Guidelines For Lithuanian Entities On International Sanctions ComplianceThe Financial Crimes Investigation Service (FCIS) has issued updated guidelines detailing obligations for Lithuanian entities regarding international sanctions compliance, specifically under the UNSCR 1373 framework.LithuaniaInternational LawECOVIS ProventusLaw
ArticleRegRally Insights: Sanctions Essentials – November 2024Welcome to monthly newsletter on Sanctions powered by ECOVIS, which is dedicated to everyone who wants to understand the latest trends and developments, get tips from our experts, and deepen their knowledge.LithuaniaInternational LawECOVIS ProventusLaw
ArticleThe State May Use The Assets Of The Subject Of International Sanctions For Pre-Payment Of Compensation For Damage Caused By Violation Of International LawThe amendments to the Estonian International Sanctions Act, in effect from 17 June 2024, the Estonian state may use the assets of persons subject to international sanctions as prepayment of the comensation...LithuaniaInternational LawTriniti
ArticleRegRally Insights: Sanctions Essentials – December 2024ECOVIS ProventusLaw welcomes you to its monthly newsletter on Sanctions, which is dedicated to everyone who wants to understand the latest trends and developments, get tips from our experts, andLithuaniaInternational LawECOVIS ProventusLaw
ArticleEuropean company has become a reality in LithuaniaStarting from February 2005, incorporation of European companies (<I>Societas Europea</I>, hereinafter referred to as "SE") has been transposed into Lithuanian legal system. LithuaniaInternational LawNorcous & Partners