PoliticsPutin signs law imposing sweeping restrictions on Russians convicted in absentia

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law on Aug. 4 imposing broad restrictions on citizens living abroad who have been convicted in absentia. The measures cover financial, digital and consular areas. They also apply to people convicted under laws commonly used against critics of the Kremlin.

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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★☆☆2026-08-04 20:28Original