Russian Parliament Votes On Bill Opening Door F... Apr 2026

The law specifically targets Russians who have fled the country but continue to earn income from local assets, such as rental properties.

Authorities can seize assets that were gained through criminal means or used to finance activities deemed a threat to national security. Russian Parliament Votes on Bill Opening Door f...

The bill was fast-tracked through the State Duma (lower house) and Federation Council (upper house) in early 2024, receiving near-unanimous support. The law specifically targets Russians who have fled

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. receiving near-unanimous support. By early 2026