Roman Abramovich
Coverage of Roman Abramovich in the Nexus archive.
- Head of Roman Abramovich foundation says UK blocking his salary over Ukraine dispute
The head of Roman Abramovich's foundation claims the UK is blocking his salary due to a dispute over the humanitarian use of his frozen £2.5 billion assets related to the Ukraine situation. The UK government is involved in a disagreement regarding the dispersal of these assets.
- Why Zelensky asked Russian oligarch Abramovich to test Putin’s appetite for talks
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky asked Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich to pass an offer for direct talks to Vladimir Putin. Abramovich, a Kremlin-loyal figure, has previously acted as a mediator since Russia's invasion began.
- Abramovich Delivered Putin Message on Possible Talks Framework to Kyiv, Zelensky Says
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Roman Abramovich delivered a message from Vladimir Putin outlining a potential framework for talks. Zelensky emphasized Ukraine's openness to negotiations but ruled out territorial concessions, accusing Putin of manipulating Western leaders and 'playing games' with the White House.
- Zelensky Urges UK to Unlock Frozen £2.4B Abramovich-Linked Funds for Ukraine’s Air Shield
President Zelensky urged the UK to release £2.4 billion in Abramovich-linked funds for Ukraine’s air defenses and asked Reform UK-led councils to restore Ukrainian flags on civic buildings. He discussed stronger air defenses with Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, and Friedrich Merz during talks in London.
- Ukrainian strikes hit oil sites in Russia and Crimea
Ukrainian forces struck oil facilities in Russia's Krasnodar Krai, Volgograd region, and Russian-occupied Crimea, sparking fires at key energy sites. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed Roman Abramovich facilitated communication with Russian President Putin, while the EU announced new sanctions targeting Russia's military and human rights violators.
- Explained: Roman Abramovich's Behind-the-Scenes Role in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
Roman Abramovich, a billionaire, recently traveled to Ukraine to carry messages between Moscow and Kyiv. He has previously been involved in peace efforts between the two nations.
- Zelensky Confirms Abramovich Came to Kyiv in May, Carried Messages to Putin Including Ceasefire Offer
President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich visited Kyiv in May and served as an informal channel to Vladimir Putin, delivering messages including a ceasefire proposal, a request for direct talks, and a rejection of territorial concessions in Donbas.
- Roman Abramovich takes Jersey to European human rights court over Chelsea sale proceeds
Roman Abramovich has filed a complaint with the European Court of Human Rights, claiming Jersey's freezing of £5.3bn in his assets over corruption and money laundering allegations violates his human rights. The Russian oligarch, sanctioned by the UK for his ties to Vladimir Putin, is disputing the use of funds related to his Chelsea FC sale.