A Russian oligarch who slammed Putin's invasion of Ukraine got taken off UK's sanctions list after he got Richard Branson to back him
in late 2022. He is still a Cyprus citizen, the New York Times reported in October 2022.
Tinkov's appeal against the UK's sanctions was endorsed by Richard Branson, the founder of the Virgin Group empire,"While he was a wealthy Russian businessman he has never been an oligarch," Branson wrote in a letter of support included in Tinkov's legal appeal, per The Times."I have always known him as a self-made dynamic entrepreneur. That is why I have supported him and continue to do so.
"Having considered all of the factors in this case, including the actions Mr. Tinkov has taken following his sanctions designation, we have revoked his designation. We keep all sanctions designations under review," a spokesperson from the UK foreign office told Insider. The UK government takes into account public condemnation of Russia's invasion of Ukraine when evaluating whether to lift sanctions, the FT reported citing people familiar with the criteria. Corker Binning"His designation has seriously undermined his health, his ability to conduct business, and his international reputation," said David Corker, the lead lawyer on Tinkov's case.
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