Sanktioiden
Sanktioiden is the Finnish term commonly used for sanctions in international relations. It refers to a set of measures imposed by states or international organizations to influence the behavior of another state, organization, or individual by restricting access to goods, services, capital, or mobility.
The modern practice of sanctions emerged in the 20th century and is exercised by entities such as
Instruments include economic measures (trade restrictions, export controls, asset freezes, and financial sanctions), travel bans, arms
Legal authority usually rests on international law, treaties, and domestic legislation. UN Security Council resolutions establish
The effectiveness of sanctions is a contested issue. They may influence state behavior, but unintended consequences
Notable cases include sanctions regimes related to Iran, North Korea, Russia, and apartheid-era South Africa, as
See also: international law, foreign policy, sanctions regime, embargo, asset freeze, travel ban.