We are talking about almost 15 thousand Russian millionaires.
Despite the fact that most Russians tell sociologists that they support a special military operation in Ukraine , part of the population both actively and passively demonstrates their opposition, and a wealthy category of Russians are trying hard to leave the country, according to the morning summary of British intelligence. p>
“Skepticism about the war is probably particularly strong among Russia's business elite and oligarchs. Migration applications indicate that 15,000 Russian millionaires (in US dollars) are probably already trying to leave the country, “analysts said.
Among the motives are both a personal protest against the Russian invasion and intent. to avoid the financial impact of sanctions on Russia.
“If this migration continues, it is likely to increase the long-term damage caused by the war to Russia's economy,” experts say.
In Russia as a whole, the war has accelerated the long-term trajectory of the state to absolute authoritarianism. As an example, in recent weeks the Russian State Duma has begun the process of introducing 20 years of imprisonment for Russians fighting against the Russian Federation. We are talking about the Legion of Freedom for Russia, which consists of Russians but fights on the side of the Ukrainian military.
Public statements against the invasion will also lead to criminal liability in Russia.
Latest Defense Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine – 17 June 2022
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Note that the Russian volunteer legion “Freedom for Russia” is fighting, including in the Donbass. It includes Russians who are categorically opposed to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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