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Russia grants over 1,100 'anti-woke' visas to foreigners

Russia has issued over 1,100 visas to foreigners from countries it deems to be imposing "destructive neoliberal ideological policies." The initiative, aimed at offering humanitarian support, primarily attracted individuals from Germany, France, and the United States. This program allows eligible citizens from a specified list of nations to apply for residency in Russia. AI

RANK_REASON The cluster reports on a government policy initiative offering visas based on ideological criteria, which is a significant geopolitical and social development. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Russia grants over 1,100 'anti-woke' visas to foreigners

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Over 1,100 foreigners granted ‘anti-woke’ Russian visas last year

    Over 1,100 foreign citizens received Russian visas last year for their declared commitment to “traditional values”, state media reported on Wednesday, a track opened as Moscow hardens its anti-liberal narrative amid the war in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin has for yea…