Russian Opposition Activists Facing Increased Threats Abroad
Russian opposition politicians and activists living in exile in Europe are facing increased threats and intimidation from the Russian government, including cyber attacks, surveillance, and physical assaults. The Kremlin is targeting dissenters abroad as part of a wider crackdown on opposition voices. Experts believe Russian security services are using proxies and criminal gangs to carry out attacks on critics. Activists living abroad have had their passports cancelled, limiting their ability to seek legal assistance or return to Russia.