Kinross Gold Corporation has finalized the sale of its Russian assets, including the Kupol mine and Udinsk project, to Highland Gold Mining for $680 million in cash. This decision is part of Kinross's strategy to mitigate geopolitical risks as it faces ongoing tensions in the region. The company expects to receive an initial payment of $100 million upon closing and additional payments in the following years. Going forward, Kinross plans to focus on operational excellence and the expansion of its resource base, including new mineral resource declarations by the end of 2022.