Starmer tells Abramovich to 'pay up now' or face court
Summary
The UK Prime Minister demands that Roman Abramovich, a Russian oligarch, must give funds from the sale of Chelsea Football Club to help victims of the Ukraine war or face legal action. After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Abramovich promised to donate the proceeds, but the money is still frozen in a UK account.Key Facts
- Roman Abramovich sold Chelsea Football Club in 2022.
- The sale happened after Russia invaded Ukraine.
- Abramovich promised the money would help victims of the war.
- The funds, around £2.5 billion, are currently frozen in the UK.
- The UK government has issued a license to transfer the money.
- The funds must go to humanitarian causes in Ukraine.
- The UK Prime Minister insists Abramovich must fulfill his promise or face court.
- Abramovich is prohibited from benefiting from the funds due to sanctions.
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