Kremlin Loses the Plot as U.S. Sends Oligarchs’ Cash to Ukraine

U.S. sending $5.4 million seized from sanctioned Russian oligarchs to Ukrainian veterans.
Kremlin spokesman Peskov complained this was "illegal" and a violation of oligarchs' rights.
Funds likely seized from oligarch Konstantin Malofeyev, indicted for evading sanctions.
First time confiscated Kremlin ally assets redirected to Ukraine, per Blinken.
Peskov said Russia will retaliate, as this "lawlessness" won't go unanswered.

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Posted 9/7/2023, 12:11:47 PM