Conor McGregor Criticizes Khabib Over $3 Million Tax Dispute (Nurmagomedov vs. McGregor) Khabib Nurmagomedov Leaves Russia Amid $3 Million Tax Troubles, Gains UAE Citizenship Khabib Nurmagomedov, the former UFC lightweight champion, has reportedly changed his nationality amid ongoing legal issues with Russian tax authorities. According to reports, Nurmagomedov has relinquished his Russian citizenship and is now a citizen of the United Arab Emirates. #conormcgregor #khabibnurmagomedov #ufc The Russian Federal Tax Service recently demanded over 300 million roubles (approximately $3.3 million) from Khabib Nurmagomedov, citing discrepancies in the financial records of several of his businesses. This led to a full audit of the numerous companies he owns or has stakes in, including the now nearly defunct Eagle FC, his fight promotion. The tax agency's scrutiny intensified due to some of Nurmagomedov's investments in the Middle East, where he has strong connections with the royal families