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Russian Opposition Politician Flees to France
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Boris B. Nadezhdin, a prominent Russian opposition politician known for his anti-war stance, announced he has fled Russia and is currently in France.
- Nadezhdin, 63, expressed relief at being "alive and free" but noted he is "not yet in Russia," highlighting the shrinking space for dissent within the country.
- He had planned to run in the September Duma elections, campaigning on ending the war in Ukraine and promoting peace, freedom of speech, and fair elections.
- His departure marks a significant loss for antiwar voices in Russia's increasingly restricted political environment.
