Archive for Danila
Medvedev Gives First Interview to Opposition Paper
In a move that surprised some Russia-watchers, President Dmitri Medvedev gave his first newspaper interview to Novaya Gazeta, famous for its investigative journalism and open criticism of authorities.
Apr 15, 2009 | Continued
Political Violence Becoming Commonplace in Russia -Rights Leader
Sergey Kovalev, the chairman of the Memorial Human Rights Society, argues in an open letter that political violence has become a common occurrence in Russia, and that authorities are largely to blame. Exclusive translation by theotherrussia.org.
Apr 5, 2009 | Continued
Russian Newspaper Worker Dies After Attack
A layout designer for an opposition Russian newspaper died in his home in the Moscow suburb of Khimki after he was attacked on March 30th, his editor said.
Apr 2, 2009 | Continued
Renowned Russian Rights Leader in Serious Condition After Attack
Lev Ponomarev, one of Russia’s leading human rights champions and leader of the “For Human Rights” movement, is in serious condition after he was attacked in Moscow late on Tuesday.
Apr 1, 2009 | Continued
Suspects Arrested in Murder of Former Chechen Commander
Seven suspects have been detained in Dubai, in connection with the murder of Sulim Yamadayev, a former Chechen military commander killed on March 28th.
Mar 31, 2009 | Continued
As Sochi Election Heats Up, No Breaks for Opposition Candidate
Boris Nemtsov, an opposition politician running for mayor in the Black Sea resort town of Sochi, is facing stiff resistance on the campaign trail, and not from the other candidates.
Mar 23, 2009 | Continued
Number of Bureaucrats in Russia Doubled over 10 years
The number of civil servants in Russia has nearly doubled over the last 10 years, according to recent figures from the Federal State Statistics Service.
Mar 20, 2009 | Continued
Russia May Close Domestic Market to Imports
In an apparent swing toward economic protectionism, the Russian government is considering a proposal to restrict the import of a wide range of goods.
Mar 17, 2009 | Continued
Russian Activist Forced into Psychiatric Confinement
Vadim Charushev, an opposition activist in St. Petersburg, has been held against his will and confined to a psychiatric clinic.
Mar 15, 2009 | Continued
Russian Opposition Marks ‘Day of Dissent’ in Dozens of Cities
Small peaceful demonstrations took place in dozens of Russian cities Thursday, as opposition groups protested the way Russian authorities have handled the economic crisis.
Mar 12, 2009 | Continued