Vyacheslav Volodin Warned Russians Who Left the Country of Possible Legal Proceedings
State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin spoke about the fate of Russians who have left the country in recent years. During a recent session, he emphasized that the treatment of returning citizens would depend on their behavior and actions abroad.
According to the State Duma Speaker, those who actively harmed Russia and helped "unfriendly countries" face serious consequences. Volodin noted that such individuals could face legal proceedings immediately upon returning to their homeland. This statement primarily concerns those who publicly spoke out against the interests of the state.
Discussion of this issue took place within a working group dealing with legislative initiatives. The authorities aim to divide citizens into two groups: those who left for personal reasons and those who openly supported the country's opponents. For the second category, returning home could be a legally complex process.
Vyacheslav Volodin also reminded that the law should be the same for everyone. He considers it fair that people who have committed offenses against their country should be held accountable. This opinion reflects the general position of many deputies on the issue of the so-called "relocants."
The topic of the return of Russians who left remains one of the most discussed in society. Statements by officials show that the state intends to closely monitor the activities of compatriots abroad. This decision is aimed at protecting national security and complying with the country's legal norms.