Russia escalating repression to silence opposition to war in Ukraine, UN human rights expert says
Summary
A U.N. human rights expert reported that repression in Russia is increasing, affecting civilians, journalists, and Ukrainian prisoners of war. The report highlights the use of criminal charges and torture to silence opposition to the war in Ukraine. The Russian government has dismissed the expert's mandate as illegitimate.Key Facts
- A U.N. expert said repression in Russia is rising against those opposing the war in Ukraine.
- The report mentions increased criminal charges and torture used to suppress dissent.
- Over 3,905 people were convicted in Russia for peaceful protests and dissent.
- More than 150 minors were labeled as “extremists” or “terrorists” by July.
- Many individuals and organizations, including journalists, were marked as "foreign agents."
- 258 cases of torture were reported, involving Russian and Ukrainian detainees.
- A Russian doctor reportedly tortured a Ukrainian prisoner by performing surgery and marking him.
- Russia's diplomatic mission in Geneva did not comment, rejecting the U.N. expert's mandate.
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