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Putin Spokesman's Wife Challenges EU Sanctions

Putin Spokesman's Wife Challenges EU Sanctions
Wife of Putin spokesman Peskov challenges EU sanctions on her in court · theprint.in

Tatiana Navka, the wife of Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman, is challenging EU sanctions against her in court.

The sanctions were imposed because of her connection to Russia's actions in Ukraine.

Navka argues that the EU did not properly explain why she was sanctioned and is asking for damages.

The EU says the sanctions are necessary to protect Ukraine's independence.

Other individuals, like Yekaterina Ignatova, are also challenging similar sanctions.

Key facts

Sanctioned Individuals
Tatiana Navka, Elizaveta Peskova, Nikolai Peskov
Sanctions Imposed
June 2022
Sanctions Type
Travel ban and financial restrictions
Legal Challenge
European Court of Justice
Damages Sought
€2 million

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