When Russia invaded Ukraine, governments across the West imposed sanctions to cripple Putin’s economy and showed their distaste for war.
But private companies have also changed their policies to distance themselves from the regime.
Here are 23 who have mobilized and taken a stand:
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Levi’s
Levi’s has stopped selling its products in the Russian market, where 2% of its net revenue comes from, he said.
The American clothing company said in a press release that it will also donate $300,000 in humanitarian aid to Ukrainian refugees and has pledged to support its employees, partners and their families who are affected by the decision to halt sales.
It is also offering a ‘match’ of employee donations of up to $200,000 to a number of organizations that are ‘committed to ensuring that the most vulnerable communities receive the support they need’.
The retailer said it “continues to be saddened by the devastating conflict in Ukraine and our hearts go out to everyone who has been affected, including our employees, partners and their loved ones.”
Eurostar
Eurostar offers free travel to Ukrainians traveling to London, provided they have a valid visa.
Sainsbury’s
In addition to removing Russian vodka from its shelves, the supermarket renamed its chicken kiev product to Chicken Kyiv – to bring it in line with the Ukrainian spelling of the city.
MRS
M&S is suspending sales in Russia, donating money to humanitarian projects and allowing customers to donate at checkout.
Here’s what the supermarket had to say in a statement:
“Given the humanitarian crisis unfolding following the invasion of Ukraine, M&S has suspended shipments to Russian operations from our Turkish franchisee. We are doing all we can to support the people of Ukraine and in response to the growing refugee crisis, we are building on our existing support for UNICEF UK’s Ukraine Appeal with a €1.5 million package pounds to support the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and UNICEF. to help children and families in need. This is a start-up donation of £0.5m to UNHCR, an additional £0.5m to raise matching funds for all of our colleagues around the world and double donations on Sparks transactions to support UNICEF; and the activation of checkout and online donations in the UK. We also provide practical assistance through UNHCR; donating 20,000 units of coats and thermal clothing to families in need, for an additional total of £0.5million.
PayPal
PayPal has suspended onboarding new customers in Russia and is accelerating financial transfers to Ukraine, he said.
Starbucks
Starbucks
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Starbucks has not closed any of its 130 stores in Russia, but it has announced plans to donate all royalties received from its business operations in Russia to humanitarian relief efforts for Ukraine.
Chanel
This luxury fashion company ceases its activities in Russia.
Gucci
Just like Gucci.
Nike
Nike also does not trade in the country.
Cooperative
Co-op got rid of Russian Standard vodka with immediate effect “as a sign of solidarity with the Ukrainian people”.
In a statement, they added: “Our members and customers will also be able to support the humanitarian response to help those displaced by the conflict by donating to our stores at the appeal of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC).”
asos
In a statement, the company said: “Asos’ priority is the safety of its colleagues and partners in Ukraine and Russia.
“Against the backdrop of the continuing war, Asos has decided that it is neither practical nor fair to continue to do business in Russia, and has therefore today suspended our sales there. Nike
Boohoo
Boohoo issued a similar statement, explaining that it will no longer do business in the country.
Airbnb
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Airbnb chief executive Brian Chesky said the company was suspending all operations in Russia and Belarus.
Earlier this week, Chesky said the company would work with hosts to help house up to 100,000 Ukrainians forced to flee their homes and waive all booking fees in the country.
He called on people “in neighboring countries including Poland, Germany, Hungary and Romania” to offer at home using the platform.
Meanwhile, Airbnb users have booked properties in Ukraine with no intention of staying there to send money to hosts.
Apple
Apple has suspended product sales and limited Apple Pay and other services. In Ukraine, it also “turned off both traffic and live incidents in Apple Maps” amid fears Russia could attack places where large groups were gathering.
Outside of Russia, the company removed RT and Sputnik apps from the App Store.
In a statement, the company said, “We are deeply concerned about the Russian invasion of Ukraine and stand with all those who suffer as a result of the violence.”
It seems this Russian man – who filmed himself breaking his iPad – wasn’t so bothered, though.
Like Apple, Google has made some changes to traffic incidents to protect Ukrainians. It also updated its search and maps services in Ukraine to provide alerts to UN resources for people seeking information on refugees and asylum, and blocked RT and Sputnik on YouTube. in Europe.
Meta
Or Facebook if you prefer. Meta has also blocked RT and Sputnik in Europe and checks content posted about the conflict on its platforms and removes posts if necessary.
They also step up their privacy and security game to stay away from hackers.
electronic arts
The company behind FIFA has also stopped sales in Russia.
Microsoft
In addition to halting product sales and removing RT from its app store, the company said it has been and will continue to detect and advise the Ukrainian government on cyberattacks.
netflix
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Netflix is no longer available for the million subscribers in Russia. A spokesperson said: “Given the circumstances on the ground, we have decided to suspend our service in Russia.”
Instantaneous
The company behind Snapchat has stopped advertising in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus but will continue to operate in the country “as it remains an important communication tool for family and friends”, according to a statement.
The company will continue to monitor misinformation and other abuses, she added.
ICT Tac
The platform banned RT and Sputnik in the EU in line with a European Union legal instruction saying it was also suspending live streaming and new video content uploads from Russia following the new law about the country’s “fake news”.
TikTok added that it will start applying labels to content from some state-controlled media accounts.
Twitter has temporarily suspended advertising in Ukraine and Russia and is labeling content from Russian public accounts.
Ikea
Ikea is suspending sales in Russia and Belarus, but the Swedish retailer has confirmed it will keep its Mega malls open to allow access to essentials, such as grocery stores and pharmacies.
“The devastating war in Ukraine is a human tragedy and our deepest empathy and concern goes out to the millions affected.”
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