Russia introduces restrictions on 12 Kremlin critics in…

Russia introduces restrictions on 12 Kremlin critics in exile

24.10.2026 14:25 HotInfo

On October 24, the Russian ministry published a list of 12 people living in exile who are subject to new restrictions. Among those named are businessman and Kremlin critic Mikhail Khodorkovsky, political scientist Ekaterina Schulmann, and businessman Yevgeny Chichvarkin. aktuality.sk ↗

The measures are aimed at critics of the Russian regime who are located outside the country. However, the ministry did not specify what particular restrictions the listed individuals will face. The published list contains a total of 12 names. teraz.sk ↗

The decision fits into the broader approach of the Russian authorities toward well-known opponents of the Kremlin and Russians operating abroad. Khodorkovsky, who is among those listed, is one of the long-standing critics of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Schulmann is a well-known political scientist, and Chichvarkin is a businessman living in exile. STVR (Minúta po minúte) ↗

The authorities have so far not provided a more detailed explanation of the legal basis or the practical impact of the new measures. It is therefore not known whether they will be of a financial, administrative, or other nature. The further course of action will depend on how the Russian ministry applies the restrictions and whether it publishes their details.