Ukraine’s foreign minister lambasts EU delisting of Usmanov and Fridman
Latvia’s “constructive abstention” clears the way for a three-year rollover of remaining Russia sanctions
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Latvia rejects compromise over delisting of oligarchs
EU continues talks on deal to lift sanctions on Russia-linked billionaires Usmanov and Fridman, diplomats say
From hawk to holdout: France’s surprising stance on Russian oligarch sanctions
The stance appears linked to efforts to secure the release of French citizens held in Azerbaijan, as Baku has also lobbied for Usmanov
MEPs’ informal meetings with Russian officials spark fresh concerns in Brussels
Despite the formal freeze in relations individual MEPs continue private engagements, raising questions about institutional coherence
