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Montenegro expels Russian war blogger and four others
Montenegro detained Russian military blogger Mikhail Zvinchuk and four other Russians in Risan and expelled them on national security grounds. Zvinchuk is reported to be wanted by the US.
Why it matters
The expulsion reflects Balkan states' tightening stance on Russian influence as Montenegro pursues EU membership.
Background
Montenegro, a NATO member since 2017, has historically had close ties with Russia. Zvinchuk runs a popular pro-war Telegram channel known as Rybar.
The story so far
- Montenegro expels Russian war blogger and four others
- Montenegro expels Russian war blogger and four others
Sources
- AFP via RFI ↗October 9, 2026
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