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Washington Post
2 months ago
Europe news

In a grim Russian cell, a hippie LGBTQ artist survived with her inner joy

Skochilenko's case exemplifies the risks ordinary citizens face for dissent in Russia, even leading to severe imprisonment for small acts of protest. [ more ]
www.france24.com
11 months ago
Europe news

Russian artist sentenced to seven years in prison over supermarket protest

Russian artist Alexandra Skochilenko has been sentenced to seven years in prison for spreading "false information" about the army.
Skochilenko is the latest in a long line of Russians to be detained, jailed, or fined for speaking out against Moscow's military intervention.
Supporters shouted "shame" and "we're with you Sasha" after the verdict was read out. [ more ]
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