Russia seizes assets of French firms, summons UK envoy over Ukraine support
Summary
Russia has increased pressure on countries supporting Ukraine by summoning the UK’s top diplomat and seizing Russian assets of several French and Swiss companies. Russia also warned of potential attacks on Ukraine’s allies, while European leaders expressed concern about Russian hybrid threats like drone and cyberattacks.Key Facts
- Russia summoned Britain’s charge d’affaires in Moscow to protest UK arms shipments to Ukraine.
- Russia accused the UK of supporting what it called “terrorism and war crimes” by aiding Ukraine.
- Poland’s Prime Minister warned Russia might carry out disguised drone and missile strikes on countries supporting Ukraine.
- French President Emmanuel Macron said Russia’s hybrid threats are increasing and ordered protections for key infrastructure.
- Russia seized the Russian operations of Swiss company Nestle and three French firms: Auchan, Lemana Pro, and FM Logistics.
- Russia placed the seized companies under a new management controlled by the Russian Ministry of Interior.
- Kremlin said the seizures are temporary and due to the companies being from “unfriendly” countries.
- Ukraine continues to face Russian strikes as it hosts a meeting with several European countries to discuss cooperation.
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