U.S. Disbands Task Force Against Russian Oligarchs

The Trump administration has decided to disband the government task force dedicated to combating Russian oligarchs. According to Reuters, the resources of the U.S. Department of Justice will now be redirected towards tackling drug cartels and international criminal organizations, reports NewsBox.

The U.S. has ceased operations of the government group focused on prosecuting Russian oligarchs and overseeing the enforcement of sanctions. As Reuters writes, this decision by the U.S. Department of Justice is part of a review of their priorities.

Washington now plans to redirect all resources towards fighting international criminal syndicates, including drug cartels. Dropping the special group targeting oligarchs may affect the sanctions regime imposed against wealthy Russians linked to the Kremlin.

This initiative significantly alters the U.S. strategy concerning the Russian elite. No official comments have been received from the Department of Justice regarding a potential easing of pressure on Russian businessmen.