Russia’s relentless assault on basic freedoms, notably press freedom, has led to hundred new laws limiting press access there.
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News about the struggle for democracy in Russia. Russia is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, "limited political competition, assassination, and repression are used by dictator Vladimir Putin to maintain control". Also see our articles on Putin or on two of his public opponents Alexei Navalny and the punk band Pussy Riot.
Russia Tightens Legislation On ‘Foreign Agents’
The State Duma enacted a new law Wednesday that will make it simpler for the government to designate dissidents as “foreign agents.”
Navalny Appeal Rejected; Another Kremlin Critic Jailed
In his appeal, Navalny said prison officials forbade his attorneys from bringing necessary equipment to a court hearing inside a prison.
Inside The Luxury Russian Dacha Linked To Vladimir Putin
Putin has publicly disclosed few and humble assets. However, leaked data and whistleblowing show that he may actually be very rich.
Eurovision Vote Hacking Attempt Foiled, Police Say
According to Italian authorities, hackers who are loyal to Russia attempted to sabotage voting for the Eurovision Song Contest.
A Dangerous Reprise Of American Exceptionalism In Ukraine
The stakes are too high to cave into Putin’s phantasmatic imperial play, and too high to believe that this war can be won by arming Ukrainians.
VPN Use Skyrockets In Russia During Ukraine Invasion
To overcome the tight controls on the internet aimed at reducing conversations on the Ukraine war, Russians are turning to VPN.
Ukrainian And Polish History: Fighting The Empires
On February 24th, Russia started an unprovoked war against Ukraine. It has become one more attempt of the empire to demolish the Ukrainian state.
Russian Mercenaries Are Putin’s Anti-Democracy Tool in Africa
Although pinned on France, evidence led to the mysterious mercenaries of Russia’s Wagner Group in violations in Mali in recent weeks.
China And Russia Are Giving Authoritarianism A Bad Name
Moscow and Beijing are suddenly confronted with far more powerful and persistent forces and systems than they could have imagined.