The Egmont Group, a global financial intelligence organization, suspended Russia’s membership on October 19, citing the country’s military aggression in Ukraine. This decision not only restricts Russia’s access to crucial information but also signals a growing unease within the international community about Russia’s actions and policies. The suspension of Russia’s membership in the Egmont Group has far-reaching implications. International investigations into money laundering, terrorist financing, and other related crimes that rely on cooperation among financial intelligence units are likely to be disrupted. Russia’s recent suspension from the Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units has raised concerns over the global fight against financial crimes, Does this give Russia an opportunity to protect fraudsters ?