Sanctioned Russian-born tycoon Makarov resurfaces in Moldova amid business controversies

Igor Makarov, a former Russian citizen now holding Moldovan and Cypriot passports and under Canadian sanctions, has appeared in Chișinău, raising questions about his business dealings in Moldova. He has been involved in controversial privatizations in the region, and his presence may signal attempts to expand influence despite sanctions. The report is based on investigative journalism, with limited corroboration.