Russia's Stifling Of Civic Freedoms Dramatically Up Since Ukraine Invasion, Rights Watchdog Says
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Russia’s Rising Crackdown on Civil Liberties IntensifiesSince February 2022, Russia has prosecuted hundreds of activists and journalists under harsh laws that curb dissent.
- The Russian government dramatically increased repression against dissenters and critical voices after the Ukraine invasion.
- New legislation criminalizes open criticism, forcing many to flee and imprisoning hundreds under arbitrary sentences.
- The foreign agent law is a key tool used to label and marginalize independent groups and individuals.
- Human Rights Watch urges Moscow to repeal these laws and create conditions that protect fundamental rights.
The Kremlin keeps turning the clock back toward past tyranny.— Rachel Denber, deputy director of HRW's Europe and Central Asia Division, at the launch of the report 'Russia’s Legislative Minefield: Tripwires for Civil Society since 2020'.
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