Freeing Ivan Golunov, who was arrested on trumped up drug charges, has buoyed liberal opponents of Vladimir Putin’s Kremlin.
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Putin Signs Into Law Bills Banning Insults Against Government
President Putin has signed legislation enabling Russian authorities to block websites and punishment for “fake news” and material deemed insulting .
Mass Rally Against Moves to Tighten Control on Russian Internet
Activists in Russia have kicked off demonstrations against a new bill, which its critics say is part of an effort to facilitate censorship.
Systematic Censorship of Younger Generation’s Music in Russia
Systematic censorship of younger generations music by Russian authorities forcing them to cancel concerts thus violating freedom of expression.
Russia’s Ex-Cybersecurity Chief Gets 22-year Sentence in Jail
A Russian military court convicted a former senior counterintelligence officer and a cybersecurity firm executive of treason Tuesday
Kremlin Critics and Allies Agree: Isolated Russian Web a Fantasy
A week after Russia’s lower house of parliament approved a preliminary measure aimed at safeguarding internet operations in case of a foreign cyber attack.
New Russian Law Used to Target Open Russia Activists
Russian authorities opened their first criminal case against a Russian activist for alleged involvement with a so-called “undesirable” foreign organization.
How Will Russia Change Constitution to Remove Putin Term Limits?
The speaker of Russia’s parliament raised the possibility of changing the constitution to allow Putin to remain in power beyond the end of his current term.
Putin Declares Intent to Control Rap Music in Russia
Alarmed by the growing popularity of rap among Russian youth, Putin wants cultural leaders to devise a means of controlling the popular music.
Putin Defends Jailing of 77-Year-old Activist
Putin on Tuesday defended jailing of 77 year old activist over calls to protest, stressing he wants to prevent events like France’s “yellow vest” revolt.