EU Sanctions Gazprom-Media CEO Alexander Zharov
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The EU has blacklisted Alexander Zharov, CEO of Gazprom-Media Holding, as part of its 21st sanctions package against Russia, accusing his company of shaping opinions on the Ukraine conflict and undermining Ukraine's integrity.
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Why It Matters
The European Union has imposed its 21st package of anti-Russian sanctions, targeting individuals and entities deemed to be undermining Ukraine's sovereignty.
BRUSSELS, July 24. /TASS/. As part of its 21st package of anti-Russian sanctions, the European Union has blacklisted CEO of Gazprom-Media Holding Alexander Zharov, according to a statement by the EU Council published in the Official Journal of the European Union.
The sanctions against Zharov are justified by his company’s activities, which allegedly helps to form opinions about the conflict in Ukraine.
In this regard, the EU accuses Zharov of "actions or policies which undermine or threaten the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine."
Open Questions
- What is Zharov's reaction to the sanctions?
- What specific activities of Gazprom-Media are cited?
- What are the full implications for Zharov?
