Even though Alexei Navalny’s death was foretold so often, it is hard to grasp the magnitude of this loss for Russia.
Human Rights
Putin’s War on Young People
If Russia is ever to become a country that seeks peace with its neighbors, then such a future depends on its young people.
The Other Jan. 6
“We still have no answers to millions of questions,” said Vyacheslav Abramov. “It’s important for the future of the country to understand what happened.”
A Russian Dissident Is Sentenced in Moscow
Ilya Yashin’s evolution from protest leader to persecuted dissident mirrors the metamorphosis of Putin’s “managed democracy” into a totalitarian state.
Russian Show ‘Fake News’ Wages Lone Battle Against The Kremlin’s TV Propaganda
“Our job is to give people the chance to make up their own minds,” says Natalya Sindeyeva. “They should decide for themselves if they want to be deceived.”
5 Views From Belarus On The Country’s Political Crisis
“We now joke that Belarus is even farther north than North Korea. We’re living under the conditions of a real fascist regime.”
Russia’s ‘Foreign Agent’ Law Targets Journalists, Activists, Even Ordinary Citizens
Darya Apakhonchich says police sawed open her front door, confiscated her electronic devices and spent seven hours searching for “extremist” material.
From Exile, Tikhanovskaya Calls For ‘2nd Wave Of Protests’ Against Belarus Regime
“The US, as one of the oldest democracies, should support the values of human rights, free elections and freedom of assembly,” says Svetlana Tikhanovskaya.
After Arrest, Kremlin Critic Navalny Calls On Supporters To ‘Take To The Streets’
“Don’t be afraid. Take to the streets,” Navalny said. “Don’t do it for me, do it for yourselves and your future.”
Roma Battle Stereotypes, Seek Political Unity
“It is a growing trend for young, educated Roma to keep their identity. This is very helpful for the rest of the community. They are people to be proud of.”
