[The Japanese government imposes additional sanctions on Russia, freezing the assets of groups involved in using crypto assets to evade sanctions] The Japanese government has decided to impose additional sanctions on Russia, prohibiting the provision of operational, maintenance, insurance, and financing services to 35 'shadow fleet' vessels. Additionally, 33 military-related groups and 9 individuals have been added to the asset freeze list, including groups involved in using crypto assets to evade financial sanctions. (Source: Nikkei Asia)