Global Politics Report Editorial

US Sanctions A7, a Russia Firm That Helps Sidestep Economic Restrictions

The move follows recent reports detailing how A7, a Russian financial firm, used shell companies around the world to move funds on behalf of restricted Russian businesses.

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Source: The New York Times

Politics desk: Foreign Policy

Published: Oct. 01, 2026 at 01:35 PM ET

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Original source: The New York Times