Russia’s Justice Ministry calls cohabitation without marriage a ‘national security threat’

Deputy Justice Minister Vadim Balanin has labeled cohabitation without marriage as a threat to Russia's national security, emphasizing this view at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum. His comments, made during a session on family law, highlight the government's concern that traditional family structures are under threat. This move is part of a broader agenda to promote traditional values and could influence future legislation aimed at reinforcing family norms in Russian society.