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moreThe U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Russians Involved in the Prosecution of Vladimir Kara-Murza
Today the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on several Russian officials responsible for the incarceration and prosecution of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a politician, journalist, human rights activist, and prisoner of conscience
Statement on the Anniversary of Vladimir Putin’s Invasion of Ukraine
Today we are marking a dark date — the anniversary of the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine, one of the most tragic events in the history of modern Europe
Free Russia Foundation: a Year in Review
In 2022, the threat posed to the world by the Putin regime became evident to many
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> all episodesForeign Office with Michael Weiss
Foreign Office is a weekly interview podcast hosted by Michael Weiss and dedicated to those ever-relevant subjects of Russian intelligence operations and active measures. Featured guests include prominent historians and scholars, journalists, diplomats, and ex-spies.
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moreCivil Society Program
The Civil Society in Russia continually struggles to find the space to truly focus on mission-driven activities.
Advocacy for Rights and Dignity Program
Russia is quickly becoming a closed society, with virtually no independent media, rule of law. In addition there are many restrictions on free speech, assembly, attacks on political opposition and minorities.
Global Dialogue Program
The dialogue between civil societies, intercultural communication and business contacts forms an essential bridge between Russia and Western countries.
The Vision of Russia Program
The Vision of Russia is the flagship program of The Free Russia Foundation.
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