Under EU rules, refugee status can be granted to a person who faces prosecution for refusing to serve in a conflict where war crimes may have been committed.
Russians who are hiding from mobilization can get asylum in France. This decision was made by the country’s National Court for Refugees (CNDA), according to Thursday, July 20, on the website of the court.
As noted in the resolution, those Russians who evade mobilization and conscription or deserted from the army can count on refugee status. At the same time, the mere fact of being in the reserve is not considered sufficient grounds for granting asylum.
In its decision, the CNDA refers to the EU directive of December 13, 2011. It states that refugee status can be granted to a person who faces prosecution for refusing to serve in a conflict where war crimes may be committed.
The court concluded that Russians mobilized into the army should be regarded as being directly or indirectly incited to commit war crimes in Ukraine. The instance also drew attention to the fact that it is impossible to refuse the announced call, including by choosing an alternative service.
In order to be granted asylum, the asylum seeker must provide evidence that he is indeed subject to compulsory conscription or mobilization, and refusal of military service is the only way to avoid participation in alleged war crimes.
Refugees in France are entitled to an allowance (ADA). It consists of a payment of €6.80 per day for the first adult and €3.40 for each additional person, plus a accommodation supplement of €7.40 per adult.
Earlier it was reported that France granted asylum to a Russian paratrooper who fought in Ukraine.
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