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The Siberian Seven Seek Asylum In Moscow Embassy
Seven Russian Pentecostals from the Vashchenko and Chmykhalov families have hid in a Moscow embassy storage room for over 1000 days since 1978 after seeking political asylum. They face exit visa barriers, potential penalties, and concerns about embassy staff. US Senator Levin backs a bill to grant permanent resident status and possible citizenship in two years, while human rights groups press for more space and protection. The case highlights tensions between Soviet restrictions and embassy asylum practices.
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Washington
Nea
Soviet Union
Siberian
West
United States
U.S
Moscow
Vashchenkos
Chmykhalovs
Malta
Joseph Mindszenty
Budarpest
Ter
Yashchenkos
EES
Asylary
Minde Gly
Olga Hruby
Research Center For Religion and Human Rights
Siberian Seven
Carl Levin
D-Mich
Chmukhalovs
Levin
Senate