Russia arrests more journalists in intensifying crackdown on dissent

The increasing use of anti-extremism laws to prosecute reporters is likely to have a chilling effect on the few independent journalists still operating in Russia. Read More

Two Russian journalists jailed on 'extremism' charges for alleged work for Navalny group

Two Russian journalists were arrested by their government on “extremism” charges and ordered by courts there to remain in custody pending investigation and trial on accusations of working for a group ... Read More

Family of American man believed to be held by Taliban asks the UN torture investigator for help

Lawyers for an American believed to be held by the Taliban for nearly two years are asking a United Nations human rights investigator to intervene, citing what they call cruel ... Read More

U.S. citizen facing drug charges in Russia appears in court

A U.S. citizen arrested on drug charges in Moscow amid soaring Russia-U.S. tensions has appeared in court and had his case adjourned until mid-May. Read More

Scandal erupts in Russia over 'LGBTQ+ propaganda' at volleyball match - photos

The Moscow-based women's volleyball club Dynamo accused opponents from the Kaliningrad Lokomotiv of disgusting behavior after the match. Read More

Review says Abbey Gate bombing wasn't preventable, refutes claims troops sighted the would-be bomber

The suicide bombing at the Kabul airport that killed U.S. troops and Afghans in August 2021 was not preventable, according to a new review by U.S. Central Command. Read More