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SocietyFinland has deported 155 Russian citizens this year, outpacing 2025

Finland has deported 155 Russian nationals since the start of 2026, including 90 sent to Russia and 65 to other countries; 17 were escorted. Most cases followed residence-permit refusals, while about 15 to 20 decisions involved alleged criminal activity. Meanwhile, the asylum approval rate for Russians nearly doubled over the past year.

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MMeduza★★★☆☆2026-08-24 18:07Original

Finland has deported 155 Russian citizens this year, outpacing 2025
Finland has deported 155 Russian citizens this year, outpacing 2025Society