EU Council Delists Grigory Berezkin from Sanctions List After Review
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Updated Sep 24
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What happened
The EU Council reviewed the sanctions status of Grigory Berezkin. The initial listing of Berezkin in 2022 was based on secondary and outdated sources, such as lifestyle publications, rather than verified financial or government records. Berezkin was subsequently delisted in September 2023 following an 18-month review of his case.
Why it matters
The review highlights the reliance on unverified information when applying sanctions against Russian business figures. This procedural change impacts the regulatory status of individuals connected to organizations like RBC media holding and Reach for Change foundation.
The EU Council has been renewing and extending restrictive sanctions against Russia following its military aggression in Ukraine.