The European Union is considering a request to lift sanctions on Alisher Usmanov and another Russian oligarch as part of efforts to secure the release of French citizens detained in Azerbaijan. Usmanov has previously been described by the E.U. as 'one of Vladimir Putin’s favorite oligarchs.' This decision has prompted criticism from Ukrainian officials, who have expressed concern over the implications of easing sanctions on individuals associated with the Russian government.
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E.U. considers lifting sanctions on two Russian oligarchs amid diplomatic efforts
The European Union is contemplating lifting sanctions on Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov and another individual to facilitate the release of French citizens held in Azerbaijan. This potential action has drawn criticism from Ukrainian officials due to Usmanov's ties to the Russian government.
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E.U. drops sanctions on two of Russia’s richest oligarchs despite Kyiv’s outcry
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E.U. considers lifting sanctions on two Russian oligarchs amid diplomatic efforts