On September 23, the European Union faced criticism for lifting sanctions against two Russian billionaires, with several member states arguing the move undermined unified policy toward Russia. The decision generated significant internal controversy.
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BRUSSELS, Sept 23 - The European Union faced a growing backlash on Wednesday for lifting sanctions on two Russian billionaires, with some of its members saying the move undermined a pillar of support for Ukraine’s war effort and that it signalled the bloc would bow to blackmail.
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