https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-pull-billions-from-banks-fearing-kremlin-will-seize-deposits-for-warContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-pull-billions-from-banks-fearing-kremlin-will-seize-deposits-for-warhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-pull-billions-from-banks-fearing-kremlin-will-seize-deposits-for-war#u45232Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:36:42 +0000Russians have withdrawn billions from banks for a seventh consecutive month, driven by fears that the Kremlin may seize deposits to fund its war efforts. This trend is attributed to increasing capital flight and tightening sanctions. Russians are shifting their savings to foreign brokers, with nearly 600 billion rubles moved abroad. The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs has urged citizens to limit cash withdrawals and nighttime money transfers.Why it mattersThis mass withdrawal of funds reflects growing concerns among Russians about the potential for the government to access their bank depo