Russian Anti-War Politician Leaves Country

Monday, August 3, 2026, 11:36pm

Boris Nadezhdin, a Russian politician against war, says he is safe after leaving Russia.

In short:

A Russian politician against war, Boris Nadezhdin, told his Telegram followers he has left Russia.

This news comes after he was not allowed to run in elections and was called a 'foreign agent'.

What's next?

Boris Nadezhdin is figuring out his next steps, while some politicians say controlling information is necessary for the country.

Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin said he left Russia after being called a 'foreign agent'.

Boris Nadezhdin posted a video in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Monday.

Boris Nadezhdin said, 'I have good news. I am alive and free, but not in Russia.'

He also said, 'I need to figure out what to do next and will write about my plans later.'

Boris Nadezhdin, 63, has spoken out against Russia's war in Ukraine and tried to work within the system.

His departure means one less prominent voice against the government in Russia.

The government stopped him from running for parliament by calling him a 'foreign agent'.

He was also fined for posting symbols the government did not like on social media.

Boris Nadezhdin was in court for posting 'extremist symbols' on social media.

He said the government was trying to silence him and make his life hard.

Russia has been strict with people who disagree since the war in Ukraine started.

Some politicians say the West is trying to hurt Russia and that some control is needed.

Boris Nadezhdin tried to run against Putin in 2024 but was not allowed.

Reuters

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