A European Union court has rejected former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich’s latest attempt to overturn sanctions imposed on him following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
EU Court Rejects Abramovich’s Challenge
The EU General Court dismissed Abramovich’s third legal attempt to have the sanctions against him overturned.
The Russian billionaire was placed on the EU’s asset-freeze and visa-ban list in 2022 after Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine.
Abramovich had challenged the bloc’s decision, arguing that the sanctions were unjustified.
Court Rejects Claims Against EU
The court rejected his arguments, including his claim that the EU was unfairly targeting him because of his public profile.
The latest ruling follows two previous unsuccessful legal challenges by Abramovich in 2023 and 2025.
The former Chelsea owner remains among several Russian businessmen challenging EU sanctions linked to the war.
Abramovich Remains Under Sanctions
The decision means Abramovich’s latest attempt to overturn the restrictions has failed.
The sanctions affect his assets within the European Union and restrict his ability to obtain a visa for entry into the bloc.
Abramovich has continued to challenge the measures through legal channels.
