Dozens of refugees from Ukraine’s cross-border incursion into Russia’s Kursk border region staged a protest in the regional capital of Kursk, demanding compensation for lost housing and suitable temporary accommodation. Three months after the surprise incursion on Aug. 6, refugees from Sudzhansky district expressed their frustration at not being properly supported. One refugee from the town of Sudzha, which fell to Ukrainian troops, mentioned that they would rather freeze on the street than remain homeless.
A representative from the Kursk regional administration approached the protesters, labeling the rally as an “illegal action” and urging them to submit a joint appeal to the authorities. The protesters demanded acknowledgement of the war in the region and questioned why district head Alexander Bogachev failed to address the residents following the incursion. Another official promised to arrange a meeting between the protesters and Kursk Governor Alexei Smirnov, but it was later revealed that the governor was not ready to meet with residents, prompting Bogachev to attend instead.
The protesters from Sudzhansky district faced challenges in receiving compensation and suitable housing following the Ukrainian incursion into the Kursk region. This protest follows a similar one by refugees from Bolshesoldatsky district, who also complained about their inability to afford temporary accommodation due to high rent prices and demanded housing certificates. The ongoing struggle for refugees highlights the difficulties faced by those displaced by the conflict in the region.
The refugees’ protest in Kursk comes as part of a larger demonstration by residents who have been impacted by the cross-border incursion. The lack of support and compensation for those who were forced to flee their homes has led to frustration and anger among the displaced population. The protesters are calling on local authorities to provide them with the assistance they need to rebuild their lives and find suitable housing following the conflict in the region.
The refusal of the Kursk Governor to meet with the protesters highlights the ongoing challenges faced by refugees in the region. Despite promises from regional officials to address their concerns, the lack of action on the part of the authorities has left many feeling frustrated and abandoned. The protesters are determined to continue their fight for justice and support, as they seek to rebuild their lives and recover from the impact of the conflict in the Kursk border region.
The protest by refugees from Sudzhansky district in Kursk sheds light on the struggles faced by those displaced by the cross-border incursion into the region. The lack of compensation, suitable housing, and support from local authorities has left many feeling neglected and abandoned. As they continue to demand assistance and acknowledgement of the war in the region, the refugees are determined to make their voices heard and seek justice for the hardships they have endured.
