Russia: Border checks get tighter for suspected dissidents DW 03/14/2024Russian citizens face scrutiny for donations to Ukrainian organizations or online comments on the war.Strict border checks in Russia can lead to interrogations, criminal proceedings, and arrests based on minor offenses.
Belarus: Former ambassador to Germany dies unexpectedly DW 06/28/2024Belarus' former ambassador to Germany died unexpectedly at 48, allegedly from suicide after facing interrogations by Belarus' security services.