Translated with AI
Following raids conducted in March to combat illegal migration, Russia has decided to deport approximately six thousand foreign citizens. This information was published on her Telegram channel by Irina Volk, official spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs.
According to her data, nearly a thousand criminal cases were opened during the inspections, and 138 individuals previously on the wanted list were identified. Furthermore, 7,700 foreigners were barred from entering Russia.
It is reported that approximately 48,000 administrative violations were recorded. More than 26,000 migrants were held accountable, 24,000 of whom underwent mandatory fingerprinting and photographing procedures.
Raids were conducted across the country by officers from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Federal Security Service, with the support of the Russian National Guard. Particular attention was paid to inspecting transportation infrastructure, as well as markets, warehouses, industrial zones, and residences of foreign citizens. In total, more than 130,000 facilities were inspected.
Around 60,000 police officers participated in the events. Drones and other modern technology were used to enhance effectiveness.
According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, 72,000 foreign citizens were deported from Russia in 2025.
It is noted that this figure may increase in the future, as State Duma deputies plan to almost double the list of grounds for deportation—from 22 to 43 articles.
In particular, it is proposed to include among the grounds for violation of public order, disobedience to the orders of police officers or the Russian National Guard, and obstructing the operation of infrastructure and transport facilities.
Also under consideration is the inclusion in the list of online distribution of materials deemed offensive to public morality, as well as public actions deemed to discredit the Russian army or calls for the introduction of sanctions against Russia.
