Russians flee to neighboring countries to avoid fighting in Putin's war against Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin admitted mistakes in the mobilization of 300,000 Russians to fight in Ukraine. His announcement last week sparked an exodus of Russians fleeing across the border to avoid being conscripted. Despite a troubled history, Russia’s neighbor Georgia has accepted the largest number of Russians. Nick Schifrin reports.

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Russians flee to neighboring countries to avoid fighting in Putin's war against Ukraine


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