UE cere explicații după ce Franța a solicitat scoaterea unui miliardar de pe lista sancțiunilor împotriva Rusiei

France has one week to convince EU members that removing Alisher Usmanov from sanctions won't weaken measures against Russia. EU ambassadors failed to reach an agreement on this issue, prompting concerns about setting a dangerous precedent. France's support for Usmanov surprised other EU partners, as discussions continue amid skepticism due to Russia's ongoing attacks in Ukraine. Initially, France framed its support as a concession to Slovakia, but later emphasized national security concerns. The situation may also relate to the release of French citizens imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Usmanov has been sanctioned since February 2022 for allegedly undermining Ukraine's sovereignty.