Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding reception, held in May on a private island in the Bahamas, was financed in part by a Russian oligarch with connections to President Vladimir Putin, according to newly revealed information. The event took place at Little Pipe Cay, a luxury location notable for its appearance in the film Casino Royale.

Umar Kremlev, a 43-year-old Russian businessman who recently accompanied Putin on a trip to China, reportedly paid $100,000 to rent the island for the reception, along with an additional $70,000 for a fireworks display. Kremlev’s involvement was disclosed by investigative reporting that also identified his assistant, Elena Sobol, among the Russian guests.

Several other Russians attended the wedding, including Alexander Lagutin, who has held senior positions within a Russian defense contractor and a state-backed energy company. Observers noted that the presence of these individuals appeared unusual given the event’s typically private nature.

The wedding ceremony itself was an intimate affair, featuring only 18 attendees. The subsequent reception expanded the guest list to approximately 50 people. President Donald Trump did not attend the occasion, but other family members were present, including Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Kushner has played a prominent role in diplomatic efforts related to the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

The groom, Donald Trump Jr., married Bettina Anderson, 39, in the ceremony. The couple has not publicly commented on the financial contribution linked to Kremlev following the report’s release. The revelations add complexity to longstanding concerns about Russian influence and ties within U.S. political circles, particularly given the high-profile nature of the Trump family and ongoing geopolitical tensions.