Both gas stations are owned by AMERICANS and this move shuts their businesses and puts people on the unemployment line.
There are 230 U.S. franchises of Lukoil North America, a company subsidiary. New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania stations are owned by franchisees.
Newark franchisee Roger Verma said on Wednesday he supports Ukraine, but a suspension would cripple his business, which employs 16 workers.
"I am baffled and confused how shutting down an American-based small business owner is sending a message to support," Verma said.
Both gas stations are owned by AMERICANS and this move shuts their businesses and puts people on the unemployment line.
There are 230 U.S. franchises of Lukoil North America, a company subsidiary. New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania stations are owned **by franchisees**.
Newark franchisee Roger Verma said on Wednesday he supports Ukraine, but a suspension would cripple his business, which employs 16 workers.
"I am baffled and confused how shutting down an American-based small business owner is sending a message to support," Verma said.
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