Coincidently, Mikhail Gorbachev, the country’s head of state before Putin, passed away earlier this week in the same hospital. Putin reportedly did not attend his funeral.
Lukoil Oil “Anti War” Statement
What is not in dispute is that Maganov died about 6 months after the firm’s board issued a public press release. In the March statement, they ask for a quick ending to the Russian conflict with Ukraine. The Lukoil board called for an “immediate” end to the fighting, expressing its sympathy to those affected by the “tragedy”.
“We strongly support a lasting ceasefire and a settlement of problems through serious negotiations and diplomacy.
“The company makes every effort to continue its operations in all countries and regions where it is present, committed to its primary mission of a reliable supplier of energy to consumers around the world. In its activities, Lukoil aspires to contribute to peace, international relations, and humanitarian ties.”
The statement was reportedly viewed as anti-war. And not supportive of Putin and the Kremlin.
