A series of twelve Mere discount stores across Latvia have been forced to close theirH. TheL. This decision follows the inclusion of Sergey Schneider, one of the chain's owners, on the European Union's sanctions list. The affected stores were located in several major cities, including Rīga, Liepāja, Tukums, and Jēkabpils. BecauseE. The closures are a direct result of the restrictive measures imposed by the EU.T. These sanctions target the Russian businessman's assets and business interests. As a result, the retail chain can no longer operate withinT. The moveHL. This move reflects the ongoing enforcement of international sanctions against Russian individuals. The closure marks a significant exit for the discount retailer in the Latvian market.