This is reported by RIA Novosti with reference to the message of the ministry.

It is also reported that in addition to Kadyrov, federal ministers, non-permanent members of the Russian Security Council and, allegedly, relatives of the Russian president, are included in the sanctions list.

“Ukraine is making it clear that the most important measure we can take to help it is to continue sanctions and support in this conflict, which is what we are doing,” Makhuta said on the government website.

Earlier, New Zealand Foreign Minister Nanaya Mahuta said that the country's government is considering the possibility of expelling the Russian ambassador in connection with the conflict in Ukraine.