Politics Russia targets political dissidents abroad and expands deportation powers Duma approves law effectively stripping citizenship and introduces tougher compliance rules for foreigners iStock.com/Pavel Starikov Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Thursday 23 July 2026 Russia’s parliament has passed a new law allowing authorities to strip Russians living abroad of their property rights, access to bank accounts, and consular services if they face politically motiv Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Immigration Legislative works extending Ukrainian citizens’ stay in Poland Work Permits Austria eases access to employment for Ukrainian refugees Compliance VW executive’s deportation a warning for multinationals Compliance Singapore deportations expose employer dilemma over workers’ online activity