Six months after the death of opposition leader Aleksei A. Navalny in a Russian prison, authorities have intensified their crackdown on dissent. Konstantin A. Kotov found his Moscow apartment raided, with Russian officers confiscating Navalny-related possessions and arresting him for a $30 donation made years prior to Navalny's Anti-Corruption Fund. Despite many opposition figures fleeing abroad and the movement weakened post-invasion of Ukraine, the Kremlin remains vigilant against perceived threats from Navalny's legacy, suggesting ongoing repression may be routine rather than a targeted campaign.
Six months after the death of opposition leader Aleksei Navalny in a Russian prison, authorities continue to persecute his supporters, showcasing the regime's fear of dissent.
Kotov's arrest, stemming from a $30 donation to Navalny's Anti-Corruption Fund, highlights the Kremlin's relentless crackdown on opposition and dissent in Russia.
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