Adeliia Petrosian, a young Russian figure skater who recently performed at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, faced unexpected discrimination while shopping at luxury boutiques. She attempted to purchase jewelry at Dior and Louis Vuitton but was denied service after staff identified her as a Russian citizen based on her passport. Petrosian expressed disappointment, stating that even her Georgian friend was refused service when staff learned he was traveling to Moscow. This situation stems from European Union sanctions imposed in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which prohibit the export of luxury goods valued over €300 to Russia. These sanctions are part of broader efforts by the EU and G7 nations to weaken Russia's military and industrial capabilities. For Petrosian, this incident serves as a stark reminder of how international politics can intrude into personal lives, even in high-end retail environments.