Ekaterina Samutsevich told Index on Censorship’s Russia correspondent that Pussy Riot is here to stay.
CATEGORY: Europe and Central Asia
Azerbaijan: 100 protesters arrested during crackdown on rally
One hundred protesters were arrested today by security forces in Baku, Azerbaijan's capital. The organisers of the protest decided to make their way...
Global media community condemns response to killing of journalists
Index on Censorship joined more than 40 global media organisations signing a declaration to demand action from governments, the United Nations and industry to take action against violence towards journalists.
What does Russia censor?
In July the Russian parliament approved a bill designed to increase the Kremlin's control of the internet. The new laws grant the government...
Azerbaijan: Access denied
Azerbaijan's corrupt ruling family, led by President Ilham Aliyev, has stayed in power by crushing dissent — curtailing freedom of assembly,...
Top pianist tried in Turkey for “offensive” tweets
Fazil Say, a Turkish pianist and composer, was put on trial in Istanbul today (18 October) for insulting Islam in Twitter posts. The musician is...
Lance Armstrong and cycling’s libel shame
Index Interview: The salami slicing of free speech
In the first of a new interview series, Conservative MP Dominic Raab talks to Mike Harris about civil liberties, free speech and how he “wouldn’t lose any sleep” if the UK’s draft communications data bill were canned
Do western democracies protect free speech?
In the age of social media, the European Union needs to defend free expression. But it often falls far short, says Padraig Reidy
Belgrade Gay Pride ban a blow to Serbia’s EU hopes
The third ever Belgrade Pride parade took place last Saturday behind closed doors in the city's Media Centre, due to a last minute ban imposed by...