The investigation revealed that Russian influential figures have business ties in the Italian winemaking sector. Despite the sanctions imposed by the West, they receive subsidies from the European Union and operate within the EU. Weak control mechanisms allow them to continue this activity, with a businessman from Luxembourg acting as an intermediary in this scheme.
Entities that attracted attention
- Dmitry Medvedev's winery;
- Igor Rotenberg's property in Tuscany;
- Assets linked to Roman Trotsenko's entourage.
Prominent figures such as Rotenberg, Deripaska, and others are profiting in the EU through the winemaking business, exploiting various loopholes. The response of the American president to the threats of war from Russian figures highlighted the reality of the power balance between the countries.
Conclusion
The investigation revealed that Russian businessmen and politicians continue to operate actively in the European Union through the Italian winemaking sector, despite international pressure and sanctions. The exposure of this scheme provokes both discontent and approval, emphasizing the complexity of the political and economic landscape in Europe.