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U.S. Deportations Spark Fear Among Russian Asylum Seekers

9/10/2025

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deported Russian asylum seekers, including military deserter Artem Vovchenko, to Moscow.
Upon arrival, Vovchenko was detained, alarming Russian dissidents.
Activists report that deported individuals faced questioning by Russian security services; most were released, except Vovchenko.
These deportations have instilled fear among Russian exiles regarding potential persecution.
The Russian Anti-War Committee warns that seeking U.S. asylum now carries significant risks.

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deported Russian asylum seekers, including military deserter Artem Vovchenko, to Moscow.
Upon arrival, Vovchenko was detained, alarming Russian dissidents.
Activists report that deported individuals faced questioning by Russian security services; most were released, except Vovchenko.
These deportations have instilled fear among Russian exiles regarding potential persecution.
The Russian Anti-War Committee warns that seeking U.S. asylum now carries significant risks.