Nestlé says it is weighing all available options after the Kremlin issues a presidential decree to take control of its Russian operations. The decision affects the Swiss company’s business in Russia, including well-known brands such as Nescafé and KitKat.
Across outlets, the reporting frames the move as part of a broader pattern of tightened state control over foreign-owned assets since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022. Nestlé does not specify what actions it may take, but says it is considering steps to protect its rights. The New York Times and others describe the development as an escalation following the decree, while additional coverage emphasizes the legal and operational uncertainty for Western firms operating in Russia.
While sources are consistent on the Kremlin’s action and Nestlé’s response, the emphasis differs: some highlight the decree itself, while others focus on the wider measures taken by Russia to control foreign assets during the war period.
