Evan Gershkovich, The Wall Street Journal reporter, was convicted on fabricated charges and is expected to serve time in one of the country’s infamous prisons.
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Russia Places Yulia Navalnaya on Extremist List
The Russian agency tasked with combating terrorism financing added Yulia Navalnaya to its registry.
Russian Court Orders Arrest of Navalny’s Widow, Yulia Navalnaya
The court accused Ms. Navalnaya, who left Russia in 2021, of “participating in an extremist community.” She would be subject to arrest if she ever returns to Russia, the court said.
Putin Is Selling Victory, and Many Russians Are Buying It
Vladimir Putin’s message to his country appears to be taking hold: that Russia is fighting against the whole Western world — and winning.
Timur Ivanov, Russian Deputy Defense Minister, Is Detained on Bribery Charges
Timur Ivanov, who has long been in charge of major military construction projects and known for leading a lavish lifestyle, was held Tuesday on charges of “large scale” corruption.
Arrests of Europeans for Aiding Russia Raise Fears of Kremlin’s Reach
A string of arrests, including two Poles accused of attacking a Navalny aide and a third for ties to a possible plot against Ukraine’s president, have amplified worries of Russian infiltration.
Before He Died in Prison, Aleksei Navalny Wrote a Memoir. It’s Coming This Fall.
In the book, Navalny tells his story in his own words, chronicling his life, his rise as an opposition leader, and the attempts on his life.
‘The Russian Language Is Everywhere Again’: Exiles Cause Unease in Lithuania
An influx of exiled Russian activists and refugees from Ukraine and Belarus is stirring fears in a country that fought to preserve its language and culture under Soviet occupation.
Why Russia’s Vast Security Services Fell Short on Deadly Attack
The factors behind the failure to prevent a terrorist attack include a distrust of foreign intelligence, a focus on Ukraine and a distracting political crackdown at home.
Why Do Autocrats Like Putin Bother to Hold Elections?
These votes can demonstrate control, serve as a warning and create the illusion of accountability.