Russia's Prosecution of Journalists Beyond Its Borders
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has warned of Russia's increasing use of in absentia convictions against exiled Russian journalists and foreign media professionals.
This tactic is used to intimidate journalists, prevent their return to Russia, and pressure their relatives. Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it has become a common practice.
- Nearly 70 journalists have been targeted over 44 months, according to data cross-checked by RSF and the Justice for Journalists Foundation (JFJ).
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Author's summary: Russia targets exiled journalists with in absentia convictions.