Georgia, a former Soviet republic located in the Caucasus, remains a pivotal battleground for influence between Russia and the West, particularly the European Union, which aims to integrate the country into its bloc.

Western analysts saw that Prigozhin's bloody end would help restore Putin's image as a strong man and intelligent fox capable of getting rid of his opponents.

Earlier this year, the UAE was added to the Paris-based watchdog Financial Action Task Force’s so-called “grey list.”

The UAE has become a safe have for Russian oligarchs who began to flock to it in groups and individually on their own boats, until it became a real stronghold for them.

Many Russian oligarchs have died in strange circumstances almost since the outbreak of the conflict in Ukraine. All had close links to the Kremlin, immense wealth, a connection to Russian gas, and an anti-war stance on Ukraine.