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EU Imposes Sanctions on Traders Aiding Russian Oil Exports

12/15/2025

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The European Union imposed new sanctions on individuals and companies aiding Russia's oil exports to curb revenue supporting the war in Ukraine.
Murtaza Lakhani, a Pakistani oil trader, was added for alleged involvement in facilitating Russian shipments.
Valery Kildiyarov and Etibar Eyyub are also sanctioned.
Murtaza Lakhani plans to resign from his managerial roles, claiming the sanctions are unfounded.

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Story summary

The European Union imposed new sanctions on individuals and companies aiding Russia's oil exports to curb revenue supporting the war in Ukraine.
Murtaza Lakhani, a Pakistani oil trader, was added for alleged involvement in facilitating Russian shipments.
Valery Kildiyarov and Etibar Eyyub are also sanctioned.
Murtaza Lakhani plans to resign from his managerial roles, claiming the sanctions are unfounded.