Five Russian nationals involved in weapons production hit with new EU sanctions

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New EU sanctions, introduced in response to large-scale Russian strikes on Ukraine, target five Russian nationals who support Russia's military-industrial complex and are involved in weapons production.

Source: a press release by the Council of the EU, as reported by European Pravda

Details: Those included on the list hold leadership positions at Russian companies operating in the defence and military technology sectors, including companies involved in the development, production or supply of military technology and equipment used by Russian armed forces in the war against Ukraine.

Five Russian nationals involved in weapons production hit with new EU sanctions

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