Boris Nadezhdin explains the reasons for his departure from Russia
Former Russian presidential candidate Boris Nadezhdin has officially commented on his departure from the country. The politician stated that he made the decision to leave the territory of the Russian Federation to avoid potential criminal prosecution and imprisonment.
Nadezhdin became known to the general public in early 2024, when he attempted to register as a candidate in the presidential election. Despite active support from a portion of the electorate, the Central Election Commission denied his registration, citing a large number of invalid signatures in his support.
Following the conclusion of the election campaign, the politician faced pressure from the authorities. In his statement, he emphasized that he chose emigration as a way to preserve his personal freedom. According to Nadezhdin, the risk of ending up behind bars was the deciding factor in making this difficult decision.
At this moment, Boris Nadezhdin has not specified which country he plans to stay in for the near future. The politician also did not provide clear forecasts regarding his possible return to Russia, noting that the situation remains uncertain for him.