Russia’s President Medvedev has said he will seek to revise a new treason bill backed by Prime Minister Putin.
Responding to public criticisms of the bill, Vladislav Y. Surkov, the first deputy presidential chief of staff, said: ‘Possibly there is a danger that the concepts of state secrets, high treason, and spying could be construed too broadly. The bill will be adjusted.’
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Medvedev to revise treason bill
Russia’s President Medvedev has said he will seek to revise a new treason bill backed by Prime Minister Putin. Responding to public criticisms of the bill, Vladislav Y. Surkov, the first deputy presidential chief of staff, said: ‘Possibly there is a danger that the concepts of state secrets, high treason, and spying could be construed […]
29 Jan 09
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