Zelenski sanctions former representative for alleged Russian propaganda support

In Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenski has imposed sanctions on Julia Mentel, his former representative, and nine others for allegedly supporting Russian propaganda. Mentel criticized the sanctions on Facebook, claiming they are counterproductive. The sanctions, lasting ten years, include asset freezes and trade restrictions, reflecting Zelenski's efforts to combat perceived threats to national security amid ongoing tensions with Russia.