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About Russian anti-war movement. Russian NGO. We support people and initiatives who fight against the war with Ukraine and the Putin’s regime.
Feb 19 10 tweets 2 min read
The Putin regime is killing people.

Here is a list of political prisoners in Russia who have passed away since February 2023 Image February 16, 2024: Alexei Navalny (born 1976),
Putin's main opponent, who was serving a sentence for his political activities.
He died in the correctional colony of special regime "Polar Wolf" (IK-3).
Feb 16 14 tweets 3 min read
Alexei Navalny's death. What do we know so far?

On February 16, Alexei Navalny, who was serving a 19-year sentence in the strict regime colony ( located 60 km north of the Polar Circle), passed away. Image The announcement of Navalny's death appeared on the website of the Federal Penitentiary Service (FSIN)
Soon after, the website stopped working, and Telegram channels published screenshots of the announcement.
Apr 16, 2023 7 tweets 5 min read
After leaving Russia, many Russians continue to protest against the war and Putin's regime. Members of the Russian diaspora organize rallies, pickets, and other events to voice their opposition. This thread will cover some of the recent events organized by these activists. Image 15th April, Los Angeles
a rally in support of Putin's main opponent, Alexei Navalny, and other political prisoners in Russia #RussiansAgainstWar ImageImageImage
Apr 16, 2023 6 tweets 3 min read
Contrary to popular belief, people in Russia do protest against war. Almost every picket or even a comment on social networks can result in detention and a fine. Nevertheless, people continue to speak out against the war. This thread will document some of these events. Image 16th April.
A woman was detained in the centre of Moscow for holding a picket with a sign that reads, "Stop the war. Stop deceiving people. Freedom to political prisoners." Image
Apr 15, 2023 9 tweets 4 min read
Russians who have fled the country and settled all around the world do not keep silent — they do protest against the war and speak out against Putin's regime

This will be a thread with announcements of the upcoming anti-war rallies held by Russian diasporas
#RussiansAgainstWar Image Limassol, Cyprus
April, 15
A picket "Bring back kidnapped children" will be held by Russian activists at Limassol District Administration building. They will demand that the children who were forcibly taken from Ukraine are returned home Image
Jan 27, 2023 4 tweets 2 min read
After 🇷🇺 invaded 🇺🇦, tens of thousands of families with kids have left their homes. Forced emigration is always stressful and not so easy for children.
There are several initiatives started by Russians to help kids learn and adapt to a new reality🧵
#RussiansAgainstWar PETER LAZAR/GETTY IMAGES Earthlings HUB
The project offers free assistance to school-age refugees from 🇺🇦. They can study natural sciences, engage in programming and engineering online

earthlingshub.org Image
Jan 5, 2023 14 tweets 8 min read
Don't trust those telling you that everyone in Russia supports the war - there are quite a few movements against the war.
One of our aims is to make antiwar protest visible, so today we'll tell you about some regional antiwar initiatives inside Russia🧵
#Resistance Free Kalmykiya
This anti-war movement organizes protests and helps people in need of evacuation in Kalmykia: it provides information support, helps with transportation and temporary housing. It stands up for the idea of real federalization of 🇷🇺
linktr.ee/freekalmykiya