Previously, anti-corruption expert Ilya Shumanov had already mentioned the EU's plans in this area, referring to his sources, as noted by Meduza. So far, no official announcements have been made.
Inclusion in this list implies significantly stricter control over financial transactions involving citizens or organizations from Russia, including detailed scrutiny of all deals. Generally, the list of countries with a high risk of money laundering and terrorist financing in Europe aligns with the recommendations of the FATF — an intergovernmental group focused on combating money laundering. Russia was part of the FATF since 2003; however, its membership was suspended in 2022 following the onset of the conflict with Ukraine. The FATF has repeatedly called for Russia to be placed on black or gray lists, but such measures have not yet been implemented.
