Zurich Insurance removes the “Z” symbol because the letter is used to show support for the Russian invasion of Ukraine

The company said it was removing the logo — a white Z on a blue background — because it did not want to be misinterpreted as supporting Russia in the war.

The letter “Z” has been used as a marking on Russian military vehicles taking part in the conflict and has been adopted by Russians supporting the war, with it being prominent on flags and at pro-Kremlin rallies.

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