Biden Sanctions 19 Russian Oligarchs & Their Families After Invasion Of Ukraine
The White House imposed more sanctions on Thursday, this time targeting the assets of eight Russian oligarchs, in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last week. “These individuals have enriched themselves at the expense of the Russian people, and some have elevated their family members into high-ranking positions,” said the White House. “Others sit atop Russia’s largest companies and are responsible for providing the resources necessary to support Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.” The new penalties will cut the oligarchs off from the U.S. financial system along with freezing their assets in A...