Leonid Melekhin, a Russian small-business owner, approached the U.S. border seeking asylum after spending months waiting for an appointment via the CBP One app. He had left Russia due to his activism against the Putin regime, including posting anti-government messages in Perm. Melekhin’s actions reflected his desire not only to secure asylum but also to publicly oppose government oppression. Subsequently, he was charged with justifying terrorism in Russia, highlighting the severe consequences dissenters face under the current political climate. His case sheds light on the urgent struggle for freedom among critics of the Russian government.
Leonid Melekhin approached the U.S. border seeking asylum after leaving Russia due to his political opposition, which included public criticism of Putin's regime.
Facing charges of justifying terrorism in Russia, Melekhin's case drew attention to the risks faced by dissenters under Putin's regime amid rising oppression.
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