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Fianna Fáil MEPs plan to abstain from a vote to add Aughinish Alumina exports to Russia to the sanction list, creating a divide with Fine Gael MEPs. This decision highlights internal disagreements within Irish political parties regarding sanctions on Russian trade.
Fine Gael MEPs have expressed deep concern that a refinery in Limerick, owned by sanctioned Russian billionaire Oleg Deripaska, may be indirectly contributing to Russia's war efforts in Ukraine.
Fine Gael MEPs have announced their support for a European Parliament move to sanction Aughinish Alumina, specifically backing a ban on alumina exports to Russia. This decision aligns with broader efforts to impose restrictions on Russian trade.
Fine Gael MEPs have called for reports of Irish-exported materials being used by Russia in the Ukraine war to be treated with the 'utmost seriousness,' raising concerns about indirect support for the conflict.