Tag: Dissent crackdown

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Russian human rights activist Oleg Orlov faces trial for criticizing the war in Ukraine and may face up to 3 years in prison. International condemnation has been severe, showing growing repression in Russia. Orlov believes his prosecution is a violation of the Constitution, highlighting the importance of free expression. As repression increases, people offer support through letter-writing events to prisoners. Will Orlov be found guilty? Only time will tell, but it is clear that dissenters face a growing crackdown in Russia.