Sanctions Sidestep: Lukoil Oil Sales Get Short-Term Green Light
Published Date: 3/2/2026
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The Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) published General License 131A, allowing certain deals to negotiate and enter contracts for selling parts of Russian oil company Lukoil until January 17, 2026. This helps businesses work around sanctions but only if they get special approval before finalizing any sales. The license replaced an earlier one and has now expired, marking important deadlines for affected companies.
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The Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) published General License 131B, letting certain deals happen with Lukoil International GmbH and its related companies despite existing sanctions. This license replaces the previous one and is valid until February 28, 2026. If you’re negotiating contracts with Lukoil, you can proceed but must get separate approval before finalizing any sales or transfers.
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