UK oil refinery owner shifted Russian loans to avoid sanctions
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-24 01:00 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Business
The owner of Stanlow refinery, Essar Energy, moved Russian loans from 'Putin's piggy bank' VTB to Mauritius, avoiding UK sanctions. The move has been condemned by MPs who are calling for an investigation.
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