Intelligence Briefing
Russian authorities are persecuting religious individuals and groups who oppose the war against Ukraine. Orthodox journalist Kseniya Luchenko faces criminal charges in absentia for online comments, and Fr Iona Sigida was arrested and allegedly tortured for posts on his church's website. Several religious individuals are on the Interior Ministry's Wanted List, and numerous Council of Churches Baptist communities have been banned for meeting without state permission.
Reported Location
Moscow
Krasnodar Region