Sanctions showdown leaves a bad taste as Latvia cautions against 'normalising' Russia
📍 Aftermath
The EU lifted sanctions on Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov following pressure from France, prompting criticism from Latvia and dissatisfaction among other member states. EU officials acknowledged the decision caused internal friction, with the bloc's top diplomat emphasizing that sanctions pressure on Russia must continue despite the reversal.
The episode highlighted divisions within the EU over enforcement and the influence of individual member states on sanctions policy.
Epilogue added 3d ago, after coverage quieted.
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