https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-pull-billions-from-banks-fearing-kremlin-will-seize-savings-for-warContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-pull-billions-from-banks-fearing-kremlin-will-seize-savings-for-warhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russians-pull-billions-from-banks-fearing-kremlin-will-seize-savings-for-war#u45683Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:05:28 +0000Russians are withdrawing billions from banks due to fears that the Kremlin may seize their deposits to fund the war in Ukraine. This has led to a significant outflow of funds from Russian banks. The withdrawals are a sign of growing unease among Russians about the country's economic situation and the potential for the government to tap into their savings.Why it mattersThe withdrawals are happening amid increased drone attacks by Ukraine on Russian targets and threats from the Kremlin to retaliate against the UK over its support for Ukraine. Russia's economic situation is under strain