Publisher and game developer Wargaming has announced its decision to leave the Russian and Belarusian markets. This was reported on the LinkedIn page.

“The company has decided not to own or operate in Russia and Belarus and will leave both countries,” Wargaming said in a statement. Said. The organization said it has decided to layoff and close offices in the countries, following a strategic analysis of business operations worldwide in recent weeks. On March 31, the company reportedly transferred its games business in Russia and Belarus to the local management of Lesta Studio, which is no longer associated with Wargaming.

Wargaming, known for creating and supporting the popular online game World of Tanks, says the company will complete the transition “at full speed” while also providing security and support to employees. It is stated that the company’s products will be offered to users from Russia and Belarus during the transition period.

“We expect significant losses as a result of this decision,” the company said. The company realized that Wargaming leaders were confident in the future of their business and new quality games.

Wargaming is a video game publisher and developer headquartered in Cyprus. Development centers are in Minsk, Kyiv, Moscow, St. Petersburg and other cities around the world.