All Posts Tagged With: "Interfax"

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Record Numbers of Russians Seek Political Refuge Abroad

According to a UN report, Russia now ranks second in the world for the number of citizens attempting to flee the country and receive political asylum in industrialized countries.

Mar 21, 2008 | Continued
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Russian NGO Records Deteriorating Situation for Journalists in Russia

The Glasnost Defense Foundation, a Russian NGO, has released a report on the dangers faced by journalists in present-day Russia.

Jan 15, 2008 | Continued
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850 Cases of Radioactive Smuggling Averted by Russian Customs in 2007

According to the Federal Customs Service, Russian authorities prevented 850 attempts to transport radioactive materials in and out of the country in 2007.

Jan 3, 2008 | Continued