BBC World·· 15d agoSelected
Western nations deporting Russian refugees, asylum seekers face severe risks
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AI brief
As attitudes harden, the number of anti-war Russians forcibly returned from Western countries is rising. Deportees like Katya and Leonid Melekhin face risks of imprisonment or conscription upon return. Germany and Finland have seen a significant drop in protection rates, leading to increased forced deportations.
Why it matters
The shift in Western nations' deportation policies towards Russian refugees highlights the risks faced by asylum seekers and the severe impact on individuals, revealing the potential consequences of rejected political asylum applications.
Source: BBC World · bbc.co.uk