Alexei Navalny was killed by Vladimir Putin on February 16, 2024, in a penal colony above the Arctic Circle. In response to this crime, FBK has put together proposals for sanctions targeting Putin’s inner circle, oligarchs close to him, and regime accomplices. These recommendations are aimed at the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union, as they are actively imposing personal sanctions. We’ve prepared separate lists for each country, focusing on individuals whose sanctions would directly impact Putin and the system of power he has created.
Putin’s regime is built on personal connections. Even during wartime, it functions to enrich the dictator and those close to him. Our lists include key figures in Putin’s inner circle—people who are important to him or crucial to his regime. These individuals are deeply embedded in Russia’s power structure, involved in corruption, and actively working to keep the war going. Sanctioning them would be far more effective than targeting low-level perpetrators of the crime, whose fate means little to Putin.
Each of the Navalny Lists names 50 people who have yet to face sanctions in the respective jurisdiction. We have refined the lists to clarify the wording that explains each person’s importance to Putin or his regime. We’ve also highlighted recent changes in top government positions, where many on the list have taken on even more influential roles. These lists also consider the specific nuances of different sanctions regimes. All the information is based on public sources, including investigations and media publications.
There is no single response to the political assassination of Alexei Navalny—nor should there be. There must be many responses, targeting Russia’s authoritarian regime, the war it has waged, and its repression. Our three lists offer another tool to ensure that the dictator doesn’t escape consequences of his blatant crime. We hope the international community will use this tool to hold Putin accountable for his actions.