COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION		EN

Given the seriousness of the current situation in Guinea-Bissau, the Council today approved targeted restrictive measures.

The Council imposed a ban from entering the EU as well as an asset freeze on six persons that threaten the peace, security and stability of Guinea-Bissau.

EU High Representative Catherine Ashton said: "Today's measures target the leaders of the recent coup d'état in Guinea-Bissau. The EU strongly condemns it and demands that constitutional order be immediately restored."

Today's decision was adopted by written procedure and will be published in the Official Journal of 4 May, together with the list of individuals subject to sanctions.

See also:

Council conclusions of 23 April (9010/12).