Friday27 December 2024
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Russia is acquiring Western weapons and ammunition. The Insider explores how and why this is happening.

Despite years of sanctions and an arms supply ban, Russia continues to receive thousands of units of Western weaponry and millions of rounds of ammunition each year. According to an investigation published by The Insider on December 11, these supplies are funneled through third countries, enabling Russia to circumvent direct restrictions. This weaponry is subsequently used in the conflict against Ukraine.
РФ приобретает западные вооружения и боеприпасы — The Insider объясняет, как и почему это стало возможным.
https://glavpost.com/politika/2024/12/12/rf-zakupaet-zapadnoe-oruzhie-i-patrony-the-insider-o-tom-kak-i-pochemu-eto-vozmozhno/2024-12-13 09:54:54
Despite years of sanctions and an arms supply ban, Russia continues to receive thousands of units of Western weaponry and millions of rounds of ammunition annually. According to an investigation published by The Insider on December 11, these supplies are routed through third countries, enabling them to circumvent direct bans. This weaponry is subsequently used in the war against Ukraine.

This was reported by Glavpost, referencing The Insider.

Journalists have noted that the export of weapons from European Union countries, the USA, and Turkey to nations such as Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan has surged several times over the past few years. For instance, the supply of rifles from Italy to Armenia increased thirtyfold over four years, and Kyrgyzstan received over 4,400 units of weapons in 2023, despite having no such supplies in 2020-2021.

Particular attention is drawn to the Luxembourg holding company Beretta, which remains the majority owner of the company in Russia despite the sanctions. In June 2024, the U.S. Treasury Department added the Russian importer of Beretta to the sanctions list. Nevertheless, products from this company continue to arrive in the Russian Federation, as evidenced by protocols from sniper competitions at the training ground in annexed Crimea.

Among other European companies collaborating with Russia, Hans Wrage & Co from Germany is mentioned. This firm imports products into Russia, including Japanese carbines, German shotguns, and military ammunition.

When discussing sanctions, it is worth noting, "Russia suffers little," – Nauseda on how to strengthen sanctions and pressure on the Kremlin.