Overview

• At a collegium meeting on October 9, Prosecutor General Alexander Gutsan called for creating a specialized department within the office’s 7th Main Directorate to supervise protection of service members and their families.
• He ordered prosecutors to respond immediately to reported violations, continuously monitor relevant legislation, and ensure lawful use of budget funds tied to SVO-related measures.
• Stated priorities include housing and labor rights for participants, along with proper provision of pensions and benefits to spouses and children.
• Military prosecutors were tasked with active oversight of military management bodies, units, and institutions, with identified violations to be corrected.
• The Prosecutor General’s Office said prosecutorial actions have already helped nearly 500,000 participants receive payments totaling more than 14 billion rubles, and a Public Chamber member voiced support for the new unit.