Medvedev Warns Russians Who Fled Abroad

According to a report by Onet, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev issued a harsh warning regarding Russians who have left the country since the start of the war in Ukraine, stating there is “no forgiveness” for those he labeled as “scoundrels.”

Dmitry Medvedev, currently serving as the Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia, used social media channels to direct sharp rhetoric at citizens who departed Russian territory following the invasion. According to the Onet report published on August 23, 2026, the high-ranking official ruled out any possibility of pardon for the emigrés.

The statements reflect an ongoing hardline approach within Moscow toward political dissent and emigration triggered by the military campaign in Ukraine. The remarks underscore the official pressure facing critics of the government and those who chose to relocate abroad since February 2022.

Official Russian state positioning continues to categorize citizens living abroad who oppose government policies as detractors of the nation. The latest declarations from the Security Council deputy chairman signal that domestic authorities maintain a strict posture regarding their return or future legal standing.