Russian businessman cites sanctions in £30mn divorce settlement dispute

Vasiliy Peganov, a Russian businessman now residing in Moscow, argues in a UK court that sanctions made transfers from Russia 'practically impossible', complicating a £30mn divorce settlement. The case highlights the legal and financial friction sanctions impose on cross-border asset transfers, potentially setting a precedent for similar disputes. The outcome remains uncertain as the court weighs the impact of sanctions on personal financial obligations.

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