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Human Rights in Russia

Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev's airtight grip on power has squelched political opposition, curtailed press freedoms and fought brutal wars in the Caucasus. More than a quarter of all complaints filed at the European Court of Human Rights are against Russia.

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Ukrainian Director Oleg Sentsov on Being a Political Prisoner in Russia 'They Try to Get Under Your Skin'

Ukrainian director Oleg Sentsov spent five years as a political prisoner in Russia. In an interview, he speaks with DER SPIEGEL about the interrogation techniques used by the Russian secret service and the glass jar that gave him hope. Von Christian Esch

'They Try to Get Under Your Skin' - Gene Glover/ Agentur Focus

The Fearless Generation Russian Youth Stand Up to the State

University student Yegor Zhukov was arrested for participating in a Moscow protest and thousands of young Russians threw their support behind him. A new generation of youth in Russia is standing up to Kremlin oppression. Von Christian Esch

Russian Youth Stand Up to the State - Yuri Kadobnov/ AFP

Interview with Alexei Navalny 'The Kremlin Blocks Every Alternative to Putin'

Alexei Navalny, Russia's most prominent opposition figure, was just released from jail after widespread protests against government corruption. In an interview, he speaks about Putin's future plans for the country, the new generation of activists and why previous protests failed. Von Christian Esch und Christian Neef

'The Kremlin Blocks Every Alternative to Putin' - Denis Sinyakov/ DER SPIEGEL

National Awakening Alexei Navalny Shakes Up a Slumbering Russia

A new generation in Russia is suddenly waking up and taking to the streets to protest corruption in the country. The movement's idol is Alexei Navalny, who could represent a threat to Vladimir Putin -- if he isn't locked away first. Von Christian Esch

Alexei Navalny Shakes Up a Slumbering Russia - AP

Daughters of the Opposition A Trio of Women Challenging Putin and the Kremlin

Their fathers all helped establish nascent democracy following the collapse of the Soviet Union. But in Putin's Russia, these three women see no future for their country. Two, including the daughter of assassinated opposition leader Boris Nemtsova, are battling the Kremlin from exile. Von Matthias Schepp

A Trio of Women Challenging Putin and the Kremlin - Oliver Berg/ dpa

The Hybrid War Russia's Propaganda Campaign Against Germany

The brief disappearance of a girl in Germany recently become an international political issue. Russia is exploiting the case for propaganda purposes as part of its strategy of a hybrid war aimed at destabilizing the West and dividing Europe.

Russia's Propaganda Campaign Against Germany - Sergei Chirikov/ dpa

Interview with Garry Kasparov 'Putin Needs Wars To Legitimize His Position'

In an interview with SPIEGEL, former Russian opposition chief and chess world champion Garry Kasparov calls Vladimir Putin a dictator and accuses the West of capitulating in the face of the Kremlin's aggressive foreign policy.

'Putin Needs Wars To Legitimize His Position' - Pawel Kula/ dpa

Muzzling the Media Defying the Kremlin Crackdown on Press Freedom

Against the backdrop of the bloody conflict in Ukraine, the Kremlin is seeking to harness the Russian media and increasingly clamping down on critical voices. But some journalists are refusing to deliver pro-Putin propaganda. Von Benjamin Bidder und Matthias Schepp

Defying the Kremlin Crackdown on Press Freedom - Matthias Schepp/ DER SPIEGEL

Part of the West? 'German Leftists Have Still Not Understood Putin'

Many in Germany would like to see their country strive for equidistance between the West and Russia. In an interview, German historian Heinrich August Winkler harshly criticizes that stance and explains how some Germans have romanticized Putin. Von Christiane Hoffmann und René Pfister

'German Leftists Have Still Not Understood Putin' - DPA

Letter from Sochi The Olympic Debut of New Russia

The Sochi Olympics began under a cloud of criticism and distrust. On the ground, however, people are doing all they can to impress the world with images from a city that is representative of a new, more hopeful young Russia. Von Benjamin Bidder, Lukas Eberle und Maik Grossekathöfer

The Olympic Debut of New Russia - AP/dpa

Interview With Pussy Riot Member 'I Want Justice'

Pussy Riot activist Nadezhda Tolokonnikova talks about her plans following her release from prison, what she has in common with former tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky and her five-year-old daughter's drawings. Von Matthias Schepp

'I Want Justice' - ? Tatyana Makeyeva / Reuters/ REUTERS

World from Berlin Clemency 'A Master Stroke of Secret Diplomacy'

By releasing Mikhail Khodorkovsky from prison, Russian President Vladimir Putin has eliminated a political burden that has dogged relations between Moscow and the West for years. German editorialists say it is a highly symbolic move ahead of the Olympics.

Clemency 'A Master Stroke of Secret Diplomacy' - STEFFI LOOS/ REUTERS

Khodorkovsky in Berlin 'The Power Struggle Is Not for Me'

One minute he's in a Siberian prison camp, the next he's being swarmed by reporters at a hectic press conference in Berlin. On Sunday, former oligarch Mikhail Khodorkovsky opened up about his future plans and his decade behind bars. Von Veit Medick

'The Power Struggle Is Not for Me' - Michael Kappeler/ dpa

Kremlin About-Face What's Behind the Khodorkovsky Pardon?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has pardoned Mikhail Khodorkovsky, once Russia's richest man, citing "humanitarian principles." Now the former oil magnate has headed to Germany, and observers are left to debate the reasons for Putin's decision. Von Christian Neef und Matthias Schepp

What's Behind the Khodorkovsky Pardon? - ? Sergei Karpukhin / Reuters/ REUTERS

Chancellor Vs. President Sochi Boycott Stirs Up Tensions in Berlin

President Joachim Gauck's decision to cancel his visit to the Winter Olympics in Sochi has angered Chancellor Angela Merkel. The lack of coordination between Germany's head of government and its head of state makes relations with Russia even more difficult to manage. Von Ralf Neukirch

Sochi Boycott Stirs Up Tensions in Berlin - FABRIZIO BENSCH/ REUTERS

Maintaining Russian Power How Putin Outfoxed the West

In one of his many foreign-policy successes this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin has used power politics and blackmail to bring Ukraine back into Russia's sphere of influence. But what is the Kremlin leader's secret to success? Von Christian Neef und Matthias Schepp

How Putin Outfoxed the West - POOL/ REUTERS

Opinion Tough on Russia, Easy on America

When it comes to their approach to foreign policy with Russia, German Chancellor Merkel and President Gauck aren't messing around. Perhaps it has to do with their backgrounds in East Germany. They show the US significantly more leniency. Von Jakob Augstein

Tough on Russia, Easy on America - Kay Nietfeld/ picture alliance / dpa

'Brussels Was Naïve' Ex Polish Leader on Failed Ukraine Talks

Aleksander Kwasniewski led talks with Ukraine for an association agreement with the EU that collapsed last month. In an interview, he criticizes officials in Brussels for underestimating Russia's intentions and the Ukrainian president for ignoring his own people. Von Jan Puhl und Christian Neef

Ex Polish Leader on Failed Ukraine Talks - AP/dpa

World from Berlin President's Sochi Boycott 'Sets an Example'

German President Joachim Gauck's office has informed the Kremlin he will not be attending the Sochi Olympics in February. German newspapers view his protest of Russian human rights violations as a moral decision by the German head of state.

President's Sochi Boycott 'Sets an Example' - JOHANNES EISELE/ AFP

Russian Scandal Book Author Claims Putin's Pets His Best Friends

In a new book, a political scientist describes Vladimir Putin as a traumatized orphan with alleged homosexual tendencies and enormous wealth. The Kremlin has dismissed the claims as baseless insinuations. Von Matthias Schepp

Author Claims Putin's Pets His Best Friends - DPA/ RIA-Novosti

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