Editor’s Note
This article examines the continued flow of Russian diamonds into European markets, specifically through the Antwerp trading hub, despite international sanctions. It highlights the ethical concerns surrounding these imports in the context of the war in Ukraine.
Despite Sanctions
Europe continues to import diamonds from Russia. Blood diamonds from Russia are still being traded at the world diamond trading center in Antwerp. Russian diamonds have now also become blood diamonds due to the war against Ukraine initiated by Russia.
