# Russian Anti-War Politician Says He Has Fled Russia

A Russian politician who has spoken out against the war in Ukraine announced that he has left the country. He cited fears of repression and prosecution for his anti-war stance. His departure underscores the ongoing crackdown on dissent in Russia.

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## Sources

### World
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c70gjw60033o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:41:08 GMT