Quotes of the Week
Week-ending 4 September 2026 “The rate of enforced disappearances of journalists is increasing around the world. While there are currently at least 46 victims, there have been more than 100…
Write to Russia: Igor Tyron, a village teacher sentenced to five years’ imprisonment on politically motivated charges
'Igor Tyron's prosecution for justifying terrorism was based solely on the fact that the Azov unit mentioned [in his online comments] has been designated a terrorist organization in Russia.' -…
Quotes of the Week
Week-ending 14 August 2026 “The prosecution and sentencing of Russian journalist Vasilisa Shishkina has been shrouded in secrecy and authorities have given no details of the charges against her amid…
Quotes of the Week
Week-ending 19 June 2026 “Security conditions in Ukraine are evolving, particularly with the intensification of drone attacks, requiring media support organisations to adapt to journalists’ needs. RSF remains fully committed to…
Write to Russia: Ovsep Nazlukhanyan – a Ukrainian citizen sentenced to 13 years in a strict regime penal colony on trumped up charges of treason
'Prosecution under the laws of the 'LPR' and the verdict of this quasi-state’s 'court' are, in principle, illegitimate. Moreover, even under the laws of the 'LPR,' Nazlukhanyan’s guilt has not…
Write to Russia – Aleksandr Mirkulov, sentenced to ten years’ imprisonment on politically motivated charges
"The criminal case against Aleksandr Mirkulov is politically motivated and aimed at intimidating opponents of the war and society as a whole.” - Memorial, 4 March 2026 Aleksandr Valeryevich Mirkulov…