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Why the old villa of Aristotle Onassis on the French Riviera was confiscated

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It hardens in the last hours international chase against their wealth Russian billionaires. Following the decision of the Jersey’s English tax haven to “freeze” assets worth a total of $ 7 billion Roman Abramovichthe Russian tycoon was also targeted by the French authorities.

France announced that it had proceeded to seizure of 33 assets belonging to Russian oligarchs and located in list of sanctions. It’s about houses, superyachts and helicopterstotal value over $ 25 billion, as stated in the announcement of the French Ministry of Finance. Among them are Abramovic’s 12 luxury assets.

Perhaps the most impressive of all is Château de la Croëone mansion on the Cape Cap d’Antibes of Antipa city of French Riviera between Nice and Cannes. The villa has a 15-meter rooftop pool, gym and cinema, as well as a rich history. In fact, in the past it belonged to both Aristotle Onassis as well as in Cross of Niarchoswhile its value is estimated to exceed today EUR 100 million.

Built in 1927, the Victorian-style mansion was built for the British aristocrat and newspaper mogul Sir William Pomeroy.

In 1938 it was bought by King Edward VIII of Englandafter he resigned from the throne to marry the American woman Wallis Simpson. She undertook the renovation of the villa, spending huge sums. The Château de la Croë lived great moments during this time, with luxurious receptions and high guests.

In 1950 it was bought by Aristotle Onassiswhile in 1957 the ownership of the château passed to Cross of Niarchos.

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