Alexey Vladimirovich Ostrovsky (; born 14 January 1976) is a Russian politician who served as the

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from 2012 to 2023. He is a member of the

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. He previously served as a deputy of the

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where he headed the State Duma's Committee on International Affairs, and on State Duma's Commission on Credentials and Deputies' Ethics. He holds degrees in law and economics.

International sanctions

Ostrovsky has been under U.S. financial sanctions since December 15, 2022.

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