Russians Are Still Fleeing Abroad, Citing Fears of a New Mobilization and a Loss of Freedom
Aid groups report nearly eight times more queries as fears of mobilization, fuel shortages and internet restrictions drive a new exodus.
- Amid persistent rumors of a coming mobilization, Russians are leaving the country following the State Duma election that concluded Sunday, though the exodus remains smaller than in 2022.
- Ukrainian drone attacks this summer caused an unprecedented fuel crisis, and the government justified harsh internet restrictions using these attacks as justification. One emigrant described Russia as a 'huge digital jail.'
- Kovcheg, an organization assisting citizens fleeing abroad, received nearly eight times more queries last month than in May. Queer activist Daniil Neonov left Russia this summer after serving a 10-day jail term for displaying alleged extremist symbols.
- The Kremlin vehemently rejects claims of a new mobilization, while Alen Simonyan, secretary of Armenia's Security Council, told Dozhd that his country will 'not interfere in any way, and if necessary, will help' Russians moving there.
- Russian lawmaker Viktor Sobolev dismissed those fleeing, stating the country does not need people who 'don't love their Motherland,' while emigres fear the political situation creates a 'one-way ticket' for those potentially drafted into the military.
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Russians are packing up again. Fear of a ‘digital jail’ is one reason
Russians are leaving their homeland amid political unrest and growing fears. Recent Ukrainian drone attacks have fueled concerns about further troop mobilization. Many cite restrictions on internet access and a declining economy as reasons. Shrinking freedoms and fears of military service also drive emigration. This exodus reflects a desire for safety and liberty abroad.
Russians are still fleeing abroad, citing fears of a new mobilization and a loss of freedom - Regional Media News
This summer, a 28-year-old digital content marketer packed up his suitcases and duct-taped boxes and fled Russia, leaving behind his family and friends and not knowing when he'll be able to return. "It is very sad to leave Russia," he said in the southern city [...]
Russians are still fleeing abroad, citing fears of a new mobilization
This summer, a 28-year-old digital content marketer packed up his suitcases and duct-taped boxes and fled Russia, leaving behind his family and friends and not knowing when he’ll be able to return. “It is very sad to leave Russia,” he said in the southern city of Krasnodar before heading for the border with Georgia. He blamed “the political situation” in Russia and complications over authorities restricting internet access as his reasons for lea…
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