On February 2, the Russian Justice Ministry announced the classification of Oleg Orlov, a seasoned Russian human rights advocate, as a “foreign agent.” The ministry stated that individuals and entities on this list are obligated to include a disclaimer on their published items and adhere to stringent financial reporting and self-disclosure requirements. Oleg Orlov, aged 70, has served as a prominent leader of the Memorial human rights group for over two decades. Notably, the group received a share of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2022, a year subsequent to being banned and dissolved in Russia.
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Amnesty report: Indian states demolish Muslim homes as punishment
Thu Feb 8 , 2024
Amnesty International reports that Indian authorities are engaging in a pattern of “bulldozer justice,” targeting Muslim homes, businesses, and places of worship without due process. Described as a de-facto state policy, the demolitions aim to crush dissenters and protesters, disproportionately affecting Muslims. Around 600 Muslims have faced forced evictions, arbitrary […]
