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McDonald’s is temporarily closing all of its restaurants in Russia amid calls for brands to cease operations and business with the country over its invasion of Ukraine.
McDonald’s had 847 locations in Russia at the close of last year, according to an investor document. 84% of the restaurants are company-operated with the rest operated independently.
“McDonald’s has decided to temporarily close all our restaurants in Russia and pause all operations in the market. We understand the impact this will have on our Russian colleagues and partners,” said McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski in a statement first emailed to McDonald’s employees and franchisees.
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