The law on so-called 'undesirable organizations' in Russia has been tightened, criminalizing open criticism of Moscow's official policy. Foreign organizations can now be labeled 'undesirable' if their 'founders or stakeholders are state bodies of a foreign country.' The amended law expands the scope beyond NGOs to potentially include any foreign institution.
Participating in activities of an 'undesirable organization' could lead to criminal charges, creating significant barriers for Kremlin critics and potentially affecting a broader range of foreign organizations. The law is designed to suppress dissent and restrict freedom of speech under the guise of protecting state security.
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