**Ukrainians in Russia Must Leave or Register**
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered Ukrainian citizens living in Russia and Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine to leave by September 10. Those who stay must register their status with the Russian Interior Ministry.
This decree was published on March 20, and it affects people living in Crimea and four other regions that were annexed by Russia in 2014 and 2022. The document says those who do not have a legal reason to be in Russia must leave or change their status.
**Russia’s Goal: To Make Occupied Territories Russian**
Russia has been trying to make the occupied territories part of Russia by pressuring Ukrainians to accept Russian passports or leaving them behind. This move is likely to affect many people living in Crimea and other annexed regions.
**Other Measures Announced**
The decree also requires “foreign citizens and stateless persons” in the occupied areas to undergo medical checks for drug use and infectious diseases by June 10. This measure aims to control the spread of diseases in these areas.
**International Reactions**
The international community has been watching Russia’s actions closely. The United States, European Union, and other countries have condemned Russia’s actions and offered support to Ukraine.
The European Union plans to supply Ukraine with ammunition worth €5 billion ($5.4 billion). This is part of a larger package of €40 billion ($43 billion) that still needs consensus among EU members.
**No One Has Officially Applied for Russian Citizenship**
According to Dmitry Medvedev, Russia’s deputy chairman of the Security Council, no Ukrainian citizens have officially applied for Russian citizenship yet. However, they may be informally exploring this option.
**Peace Talks Ahead**
Ukrainian and U.S. officials are expected to meet in Saudi Arabia soon to discuss peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. The international community hopes that these talks will lead to a peaceful resolution of the conflict.
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