Poland investigates former German Chancellor Schrder’s involvement in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – Yahoo News

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According to the report, Polands National Public Prosecutor's Office is investigating if Schrder may have used his position in the Russian energy sector to exert undue pressure on EU countries and Ukraine. In particular, theres concern that the former chancellor could have used his influence to help Russia browbeat the EU into refraining from supporting Ukraine militarily.

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Documents from the case indicate that Schrder did not sever ties with the Kremlin after the beginning of the full-scale invasion and continued to hold positions in Russian state energy companies until the European Parliament threatened him with personal sanctions.

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On May 20, 2022, Schrder resigned from the board of directors of Rosneft, after the European Parliament announced the former official was facing personal sanctions.

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