The Kremlin’s manipulation of Russia’s criminal justice system stands as a cornerstone of its strategy to suppress dissent, consolidate power, and maintain authoritarian control. Over time, this system has evolved into a finely tuned instrument of repression, employing a variety of methods to eliminate opposition, silence independent voices, and enforce state narratives. Three distinct patterns—selective […]
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