# Kremlin takes control of German retailer Metro AG’s Russian properties

https://mins.news/en/item/77794

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-28 22:56 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/kremlin-seizes-control-of-german-retailer-metro-ags-russian-properties/

> Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Sept. 28 placing Metro AG’s Russian subsidiary under Kremlin control. The division was transferred to the “temporary management” of a company formed on Sept. 8 and wholly owned by Metro Russia CEO Johannes Tolay. Metro said it formally retains ownership but no longer has operational control.

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