However, the pair have been sanctioned by the EU following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, after Dmitry was named as "a member of the closest circle
However, the pair have been sanctioned by the EU following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, after Dmitry was named as “a member of the closest circle of [President] Vladimir Putin”.
An EU document accused Mazepin Sr of “supporting or implementing actions which undermine or threaten” Ukraine.
The EU statement said Mazepin, along with 36 other businesspeople, “met with President Vladimir Putin and other members of the Russian government to discuss the impact of the course of action in the wake of Western sanctions”.
It added: “The fact that he was invited to attend this meeting shows that he is a member of the closest circle of Vladimir Putin and that he is supporting or implementing actions or policies which undermine or threaten the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine, as well as stability and security in Ukraine.”
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