Thugs Attack Lawyer, Journalist in Chechnya
Local Authorities’ Pattern of Abuse Suggests their Involvement
![Marina Dubrovina (L) in a police vehicle, and Elena Milashina following separate attacks in Chechnya.](/sites/default/files/styles/square/public/multimedia_images_2020/202002europe_russia_dubrovina_milashina.jpg?itok=dFOfkvfE)
Local Authorities’ Pattern of Abuse Suggests their Involvement
Ruling Party Threatens Opposition Politician for Dissenting Views
Restore Telecommunications, Allow Aid to Conflict Areas
Accused of Inciting Hatred in a Facebook Post
Free Anyone Detained for Peaceful Protest, Criticizing Authorities
Checks and Balances Illusive; Critics Under Attack
Stand-up Comedian Flees after Authorities Open Investigation into Act
Permit Media, Rights Monitors at Kem Sokha Hearings
Penal Code Amendments a Setback for Freedom of Expression
Scores Injured; Hold Officers to Account
Arbitrary Detention, Flawed Trials, Detainee Abuse
Lack of a Constitutional Court Hinders Rights
Positive Reforms for Women Tainted by Ongoing Arrests of Activists, Dissidents