Russia's Interior Ministry on January 15 added a member of the Perm city council, Sergei Medvedev, to its wanted list on unspecified charges. On December 31, 2023, Medvedev posted a statement on social media criticizing Russia's invasion of Ukraine while calling President Vladimir Putin a "monster" and a "sleazebag." On January 11, Russia's Communist Party ejected Medvedev from its ranks, saying that law enforcement structures "will take care of him soon." Medvedev's current whereabouts is unknown. In an interview with the 59.ru website, Medvedev dismissed reports saying that he had fled Russia. To read the original story by Current Time, click here.
Local Lawmaker Added To Russian Wanted List After Criticizing Putin Over Ukraine
Sergei Medvedev denied having fled Russia.