France denounces Russia's seizure of Auchan, Nestlé, and Leroy Merlin subsidiaries

Paris condemns Russia's decision to place local subsidiaries of three French groups under provisional administration.

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This move, seen as a response to Western sanctions, could lead to forced sales.

The ministries of Economy and Foreign Affairs urge Moscow to reverse this decision.

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