I actually am not that surprised by this atrocious case. I was visiting in nearby Uzbekistan way back in the mid-80's, some tricky, convoluted situations where who knows what was really going on. In my travels to around 40 countries, at times I have run into the most bizarre laws and rules regarding most every area of "life." In another part of the world, Europe in general is becoming a Hell of interminable laws and rules regarding every aspect of your slav... oops, I mean, "life"! I speak a bit of Russian as well, and this does not look good.
I hope that you in time can find a way to a country with more Freedom. It is becoming an increasing challenge for most all of us. I too am looking around the world. The draconian covid lockdown responses showed me all the more how much bureaucrats are absolutely running amok. I used to think New Zealand might be a nice place to live out my days ...!