The law specifically targets Russians who have fled the country but continue to earn income from local assets, such as rental properties.
By early 2026, reports indicated a massive surge in property confiscation rulings—increasing from approximately 11,000 in 2023 to over 31,000 by 2025—as the state increasingly uses these measures to penalize dissent and supplement the war-strained budget. Russian Parliament Votes on Bill Opening Door f...
In February 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law allowing the state to from individuals convicted of spreading "deliberately false information" about the country's military. This legislation represents a significant escalation in the Kremlin's crackdown on dissent since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Key Provisions of the Law The law specifically targets Russians who have fled