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EU weighs sanctions on Irish alumina refiner over Russia supplies

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The European Union is considering adding an Irish alumina refinery to its sanctions list over allegations that its product helps supply Russia's war machine in Ukraine. Reporting by The Economist says the refinery's alumina has been used in Russian aluminium production linked to the war effort. The move would be notable because Ireland is an EU member, raising uncomfortable questions about enforcement of sanctions within the bloc itself.

Why now: New reporting that an EU member state's facility may be indirectly supplying Russia's war effort has sparked debate over sanctions and Ireland's neutrality.

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