Archive · 19 May 2025
Russia Bans Amnesty International, Citing 'Undesirable' Activities
Russia has banned Amnesty International, a group that defends human rights around the world.
Russia said they are now an 'undesirable organization', meaning they can't do any work in Russia, and anyone who helps them could get in trouble with the law.
This is part of Russia's efforts to silence people who criticize the government, especially since the war in Ukraine started.
Amnesty has spoken out against Russia's actions in the war and the crackdown on those who disagree with the government.
The government says Amnesty is working against Russia.
Russia outlawed Amnesty International, labeling it an 'undesirable organization'.
The designation prohibits Amnesty from operating in Russia and criminalizes support.
This move is part of a broader crackdown on dissent following the Ukraine invasion.
The Prosecutor General accused Amnesty of 'Russophobic projects'.
Amnesty International has reported on Russia's actions in Ukraine and criticized the suppression of dissent.
- Who
- Russian authorities and Amnesty International.
- What
- Russia banned Amnesty International, a human rights group.
- When
- Announced on Monday, May 19, 2025.
- Where
- Russia.
- Why
- The Prosecutor General's office stated Amnesty promoted 'Russophobic projects' and aimed to isolate Russia.
- Organization Banned
- Amnesty International
- Date of Ban
- May 19, 2025
- Reason Given
- 'Russophobic projects' and efforts to isolate Russia
- Law Used
- 2015 law on 'undesirable organizations'
- Consequence
- Criminalizes involvement with the organization
- Amnesty's Focus
- Human rights advocacy and war crimes reporting
- List of Undesirables
- 223 entities including media and rights groups
