First Russian Region Slashes Benefits for “Special Military Operation” Veterans Over Budget Crisis

First Russian Region Slashes Benefits for “Special Military Operation” Veterans Over Budget Crisis

Authorities in the city of Yurga in Russia’s Kemerovo region have sharply reduced kindergarten fee subsidies for families of soldiers fighting in Ukraine, The Moscow Times reported on February 12, citing Russian media. Residents told Russian state media outlet that a municipal decree approved on December 30 cut compensation from 100% of childcare costs to just 25%, leaving parents to cover the rest. We bring you stories from the ground. Your su…