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Crimean Tatar political prisoner's health is deteriorating
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Crimean Tatar political prisoner's health is deteriorating
11 February 2025

In IK-1 Tambov, Crimean Tatar human rights activist Server Mustafayev, who was sentenced to 14 years, has developed new health problems. During his time in strict conditions, his lower back pain has worsened. In addition, the man probably began to develop psoriasis due to stress.

Zarema Musayeva Remains in Custody
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Zarema Musayeva Remains in Custody
11 February 2025

The Supreme Court of Chechnya has remanded Zarema Musayeva, accused of disrupting the activities of a prison colony (Part 2 of Article 321 of the Criminal Code), in custody until February 24. This was reported by the "Team Against Torture".

Russia to Tighten
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Russia to Tighten "Extremist Articles" Following Riots at Makhachkala Airport
10 February 2025
A proposal to tighten the article on incitement of hatred or enmity (Article 282 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation) has been submitted to the State Duma for consideration. An amendment will also be adopted that simplifies the recognition of a group of people as a "prohibited extremist organization."
Indictment approved against Nadezhda Kevorkova
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Indictment approved against Nadezhda Kevorkova
10 February 2025

The Moscow Prosecutor's Office has approved the indictment against journalist Nadezhda Kevorkova, who is accused of justifying terrorism. After that, the criminal case must go to court.

Georgia and Thailand Investigate Human Trafficking Syndicate
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Georgia and Thailand Investigate Human Trafficking Syndicate
9 February 2025

The authorities of Georgia and Thailand have launched an investigation into a human trafficking network that illegally harvests eggs from Thai women brought to Georgia. This was reported on the website of the TRT in Russian project.

Activist from North Ossetia Vadim Cheldiev is regularly kept in solitary confinement
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Activist from North Ossetia Vadim Cheldiev is regularly kept in solitary confinement
8 February 2025

Political prisoner from North Ossetia, activist, opera singer Vadim Cheldiev, who was sentenced to 10 years, is regularly placed in solitary confinement. This was reported by the representative of the public organization "Mothers of Beslan" Aneta Gadieva.

Azerbaijani journalist held in Georgian custody loses 40 kg
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Azerbaijani journalist held in Georgian custody loses 40 kg
7 February 2025

During his hunger strike in a Georgian pretrial detention center, opposition Azerbaijani journalist Afgan Sadigov lost 40 kg, down to 56 kg. He is currently in extradition custody; his condition recently became extremely serious and he was unconscious for several hours. This was reported by the NGO “Center for Social Justice”.

The ECHR ordered the Russian authorities to pay compensation to Abdulmumin Gadzhiev
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The ECHR ordered the Russian authorities to pay compensation to Abdulmumin Gadzhiev
7 February 2025

The European Court of Human Rights has granted the claim of the defense of Dagestani journalist and political prisoner Abdulmumin Gadzhiev. The ECHR ruled that the Russian authorities are obliged to pay him compensation in the amount of 6 thousand euros for delaying the period of detention before the trial.

Family of man killed by Dagestani police denied permission to hold rally
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Family of man killed by Dagestani police denied permission to hold rally
7 February 2025

The family of Kurban Dalgatov from Makhachkala, who was killed by security forces, was denied permission to hold a rally for a fair punishment. The Makhachkala authorities explained their decision by the undesirability of mass protests due to the possible threat of terrorist attacks and drone attacks. Officials recommended postponing the rally "until the situation improves."

Crimean Tatars detained the day before were sent to jail
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Crimean Tatars detained the day before were sent to jail
6 February 2025

Crimean Tatars Rustem Mustafayev and Abibulla Smedlyaev, detained on February 5, were sent to jail until April 4. They are accused of participating in the activities of a terrorist organization. The Islamic party Hizb ut-Tahrir is recognized as such in the Russian Federation.