I think Germany/EU should grant all non-spy russians asylum, because those who leave are the good russians. They are the ones who don't support putin and don't attack Ukraine. Imagine it's war and nobody shows up.

[–] rockerface@lemmy.cafe 5 points 2 months ago

Those who leave still often keep russian citizenship and pay putin taxes. Or send money to their friends/relatives in russia, who then spend it and pay putin taxes.

[–] dmalteseknight@programming.dev 4 points 2 months ago (2 children)

Them running away doesn't necessarily mean they were against the war from the start. They might just be afraid of dieng.

[–] lurch@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 months ago

The saying "better late than never" is also a thing in Germany.

I think, being scared to be sacrificed or killed by a government one once supported, is a teachable moment and they shall have a chance to tell the tale, teach others and redeem themselves.

[–] Duamerthrax@lemmy.world 3 points 2 months ago

Every able body that runs is one less Ukrainian soldiers have to use a bullet on. It's pragmatic to accept Russian deserters.

[–] AnUnusualRelic@lemmy.world 1 points 2 months ago

There should be a questionnaire:

Are you, or have you ever been a member of a Russian or Soviet Intelligence agency?

If you answer no, you're good.

[–] modem_down@thebrainbin.org 1 points 2 months ago

I think they should grant asylum to people with legitimate asylum claims.

Some "non-spy Russians" have legitimate asylum claims. Some do not.