WorldBelarusian cousins convicted in Austria of supplying Russia’s military industry
A Vienna court convicted two Belarusian cousins on Aug. 12 for violating EU sanctions by routing metalworking machinery and tools to Russia through third countries using an Austria-based business and shell companies. Authorities said the equipment was intended for companies linked to state conglomerate Rostec and used to make missile and fighter-jet engines. The man received a 21-month sentence, with 19 months suspended; his cousin received 15 months suspended. Both pleaded guilty and declined to appeal.
TThe Kyiv Independent★★★☆☆2026-08-13 03:17Original
Belarusian cousins convicted in Austria of supplying Russia’s military industry
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