Archive for Danila
Russia is Being Returned to Totalitarianism – Rights Activists
In a public appeal, a group of Russian human rights activists decries new legislation which would expand the definition of treason and espionage in Russia. The bill “returns the Russian justice system to the norms of the 1920-1950s,” they argue. Translation by theotherrussia.org.
Dec 19, 2008 | Continued
With an Economy in Crisis, Russian Media Keep Quiet
Even as indicators show that Russia is entering a severe economic downturn, state owned media and television have remained silent on the crisis.
Dec 17, 2008 | Continued
Industrial Production Falling Sharply in Russia
Russian industrial production, a strong indicator of economic health, fell 8.7 percent in November. If the slowdown continues at the same pace, Russia will face a greater economic downturn than the 1998 financial crisis. A public opinion poll, meanwhile, showed that Russians were increasingly dissatisfied with authorities.
Dec 17, 2008 | Continued
Demonstrators Speak Out in St. Petersburg
Around 1000 people demonstrated against the Kremlin in St. Petersburg, even as instigators tried to disrupt the event. 60 protestors were arrested around the city.
Dec 14, 2008 | Continued
Police Stifle Opposition March in Moscow
Moscow police and riot forces were out in full force Sunday, arresting anyone who showed up to take part in an opposition demonstration known as a March of Dissent.
Dec 14, 2008 | Continued
Russian Democrats Unite in New Anti-Kremlin Movement
Garry Kasparov and other members of the Russian opposition met Friday and Saturday, finalizing a new movement which aims to peacefully dismantle what they describe as the illegitimate regime currently ruling Russia.
Dec 14, 2008 | Continued
Russia Passes Bill to Limit Jury Trials
Russia’s lower house of Parliament, the State Duma, passed a bill Friday which takes away the right to trial by jury in cases of terrorism and other serious crimes.
Dec 13, 2008 | Continued
Opposition Protests Will Go On Despite Ban, Interference
Wide-scale opposition protests, known as Marches of Dissent, will take place in Moscow, St. Petersburg and other cities, despite bans and stiff pressure from authorities.
Dec 13, 2008 | Continued
Medvedev: Russia May Join OPEC, Cut Crude Output
Faced with plummeting oil prices and tax revenues, Russia is considering either joining OPEC or working together with the oil cartel to cut world output.
Dec 12, 2008 | Continued
Russia’s Thaw Will Come From the People – Piontkovsky
Author and scholar Andrei Piontkovsky, who was charged and later absolved of writing extremist materials, comments on the significance of his case for free speech in Russia. Translation by theotherrussia.org
Dec 11, 2008 | Continued