The Russian Embassy in Mongolia clarified that it has not received any information about Russian citizens who were injured during the demonstrations in Ulaanbaatar. This statement comes as the embassy provides updates through its press service about the diplomatic mission’s activities and communications. According to the embassy, no reports detailing injuries among Russian nationals have reached its offices, and there is no evidence of any Russians actively taking part in the protests that have involved large crowds and intense public debate.
Officials from the embassy asserted that none of the Russian citizens were harmed during the events. The mission stressed that it has not received information indicating any Russian participation in the protests, either prior to or during the demonstrations. This stance underscores the embassy’s role in monitoring incidents affecting its nationals while maintaining careful verification of facts before communicating publicly. The embassy also noted its ongoing efforts to verify and relay accurate information through official channels.
Background details suggest the protests unfolded in Ulaanbaatar, the Mongolian capital, amid public outcry over coal theft allegations tied to export operations. Demonstrators have called for accountability, demanding that government officials and the president identify the individuals accused of stealing a substantial amount of coal valued in the tens of trillions of tugrik, which has become a focal point of national concern. The charged atmosphere reflects broader concerns about governance, economic transparency, and the handling of resource-related disputes among the Mongolian public.
Reporting from local authorities indicates that clashes or confrontations with law enforcement were limited to several incidents, affecting a number of participants and some police personnel. The Ministry of Justice of Mongolia has provided updates noting that the crowd includes a significant number of young people and students, highlighting the youth-driven dimension of the protest movement. The situation remains dynamic, with authorities and observers urging calm while stressing the importance of peaceful assembly and lawful conduct during demonstrations.