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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russian businessmen Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman should take concrete steps against the war.

Zelensky said Usmanov and Fridman are representatives of the Russian business community who should take concrete action against the war, adding that new opportunities should not be given to the Russian economy at a time when Ukraine’s economy is being harmed by Russian attacks.

Zelensky pointed out that Russia uses 500 “Shahed”-type unmanned aerial vehicles a day and said: “This is not even the time to start a discussion about easing sanctions.”

Zelensky said it is particularly unclear how sanctioned individuals have contributed to protecting lives in Ukraine or reducing Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ability to continue the war. He said: “We must maintain comprehensive pressure on Russia because of its war. Instead of weakening Ukraine, strengthen sanctions against Russia.” Zelensky thanked those who contribute to maintaining pressure on Russia.