Despite sanctions, Russia imported over $1 billion of advanced US and European chips for military use in Ukraine, with major chip suppliers like Intel, AMD, Infineon, and STM. The US and EU are working to block chip routes to Russia, focusing on high-priority dual-use goods. The customs data indicates a potential slight dip in high-priority item trade, suggesting efforts to enforce sanctions may be yielding results. Several companies have stated compliance with export regulations and sanctions, and have taken measures to prevent unauthorized shipments to restricted areas.

Russia's Chip Imports for War