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flag 6 Russian soldiers deserting Ukraine war granted asylum in France, marking first EU case.

flag France has granted asylum to six Russian soldiers who deserted the war in Ukraine, marking the first instance of a group of Russian deserters receiving refuge in an EU country. flag The soldiers, who arrived via Kazakhstan, hope to encourage others to flee Russian military service. flag Supported by rights groups like Russie-Libertes, they aim to escape potential prosecution in countries with ties to Moscow. flag This move is seen as significant amid European hesitance to accept deserters.

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