Argentina says mafia groups are spurring Russian birth tourism
Russians can travel to Argentina without a visa, where all newborns are granted citizenship automatically.
Tue Feb 14 2023
Two national gymnastics coaches barred from entering England?
Ahmad Faizal said that both of them would be affected following the entry restrictions imposed by the UK government on Russian citizens.
Thu Jul 28 2022
U.S. whistleblower Edward Snowden to seek Russian citizenship
U.S. whistleblower Edward Snowden will apply for Russian citizenship in addition to his U.S. citizenship.
Mon Nov 02 2020
St Petersburg metro blast suspect likely born in central Asia
Authorities had received a warning of a possible second attack at the same Sennaya Ploshchad metro station.
Tue Apr 04 2017
Likely suspect in St Petersburg blast is Kyrgyz-born Russian citizen
The likely suspect in a deadly blast in the Russian city of St. Petersburg is a Kyrgyz-born Russian citizen, Kyrgyzstan's security service said on Tuesday.
Tue Apr 04 2017
Whistleblower Snowden can apply for Russian passport next year, RIA cites lawyer
Former U.S. intelligence contractor Edward Snowden has been allowed to remain in Russia for another three years and will next year qualify to apply for Russian citizenship.
Wed Jan 18 2017
Vladimir Putin grants Russian citizenship to US actor Steven Seagal
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed an order to give Russian citizenship to U.S. actor Steven Seagal, the Kremlin said on its website.
Fri Nov 04 2016