The circumstances surrounding Andrei Kotov’s death in custody illustrate the extreme risks faced by LGBTQ+ activists in Russia, especially amidst intensified government crackdowns.
Kotov's charges and the violence he reportedly experienced highlight the severe oppression of the LGBTQ+ community in Russia, marked by legal persecution and human rights violations.
The death of Kotov, who had rejected the charges against him and described beatings by law enforcement officers, raises grave concerns about the treatment of detainees in Russia.
With Russia's Supreme Court ruling labeling LGBTQ+ activism as extremist, the crackdown on the community has reached alarming levels, fostering an environment of fear.
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