Across the world, the tragedy in Aleppo has brought thousands of protesters onto the streets. As usual, in Russia, nobody is taking a stand. Русский
События последних дней в Алеппо вывели на улицы тысячи протестующих по всему миру. В России никто не протестовал - как обычно. English
One of Russia’s foremost research and education institutions is under threat of closure. The solidarity of its staff and students gives hope for the future.
Even in exile, dissidents from Tajikistan live in fear for their lives. Activist Shabnam Khudoydodova shares her story.
О страхе как главной скрепе российского общества. English
How the trial of veteran journalist Seitkazy Mataev heralds an even bleaker future for freedom of speech in Kazakhstan. Русский
Five years ago today, the first mass demonstration of Russia's 2011-2013 protest cycle took place. To mark this, we publish an excerpt from Protest in Putin's Russia, a new book that digs into the details of civic action and regime transformation in the Putin era.
After exposing the truth behind Chechnya's reconstruction in his home village, Ramazan Dzhalaldinov has found himself on the run in Russia.
Дело против известного журналиста Сейтказы Матаева представляет прямую и неприкрытую опасность для будущего свободы слова в Казахстане. English
The Russo-Ukrainian conflict has affected all aspects of relations between the two countries – even the way they talk (or don’t talk) about it. Русский
My husband was humiliated, beaten and tortured in Russia's penitentiary system. Here are the stories that I’ve collected from his prison. Русский
Анастасия Зотова, жена активиста и политзаключенного Ильдара Дадина, о пытках в российских тюрьмах. English