Russia passes sweeping law targeting citizens abroad
Russia's parliament has approved a new law that would sharply restrict the rights of some citizens living abroad, in a move aimed at people accused by the state of political offences or other conduct it says harms national interests. The State Duma passed the bill in its second and third readings on Wednesday, clearing it for implementation once officially published. The measure targets Russians outside the country who are facing prosecution at home on political grounds, as well as others already punished under a range of laws linked to dissent and national security.According to the legislation, affected citizens would face... [Continue Reading]
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