German Firms Contribute €1.72 Billion in Taxes to Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict

German companies have contributed €1.72 billion in taxes to the Moscow Kremlin since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, highlighting the ongoing economic ties despite the conflict.

• Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, German firms have paid nearly €1.72 billion in taxes, enough to finance 10,000 attack drones targeting Ukrainian cities.
• Despite the ongoing war of aggression, over half of the approximately 250 German companies still operating in Russia are legally compliant, including notable names like Hochland and Knauf.
• The economic impact of these contributions to the economy of Russia raises questions about the ethical responsibilities of German businesses amid the conflict in Ukraine.