Roman Abramovich’s Long Shot Effort to Save Ukraine His Reputation and His Fortune

Roman Abramovich’s Long Shot Effort to Save Ukraine His Reputation and His Fortune

January 26, 2023, The Wall Street Journal

David Lorello was quoted in an article appearing in The Wall Street Journal about Roman Abramovich’s "long-shot attempt to help stop the war in Ukraine, salvage his reputation in the West, and save his $15 billion fortune."

The article cites U.S. and European officials beliefs that the Russian oligarch could no longer play a key role in brokering dialogue in the war.

“Is it enough to be involved in aiding in releases of prisoners of war?" David expressed. "That may or may not be viewed by European regulators as sufficient."

"No other Russian oligarch has dared to so publicly insert themselves into the conflict," David added. "Several other tycoons have said there was little upside in doing so. Rarely do individuals manage to negotiate their way out of sanctions."

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