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Italian taxpayers are funding the maintenance of seized Russian yachts, costing millions annually. The mayor of Trieste highlights the financial burden of maintaining the "Sailing Yacht A," owned by oligarch Andrei Melnichenko. Legal obligations require Italy to upkeep these vessels, leading to significant expenses. Other Russian yachts, like "Scheherazade" and "Lady M," also incur costs for the state. While Italy enforces sanctions, the financial implications for taxpayers raise concerns about the sustainability of such measures. Premier Giorgia Meloni supports sanctions but acknowledges the burden on citizens.