Russian authorities have arrested hundreds of anti-war protesters, according to OVD-Info, a protest monitoring group.
In 40 cities across Russia, more than 700 people have been detained for protesting Russia’s attack on Ukraine.
The Investigative Committee of Russia on Thursday warned citizens against protesting, saying they could face legal consequences.
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Russia’s attack has sparked protests around the world in front of Russian embassies as the international community condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Hundreds of Russian anti-war protestors arrested https://t.co/mLtdCLxghl pic.twitter.com/oJ3b9P0Phy
— The Hill (@thehill) February 24, 2022
Pushkin Square, maybe less than 1000 meters from Red Square and the Kremlin, is the cite of a significant protest. These people know the risks of challenging the regime. They’re on the street in-spite of major personal costs. pic.twitter.com/bYEfbO91xG
— Alexander S. Vindman (@AVindman) February 24, 2022
This is what bravery looks like. https://t.co/8huwagdSdy
— Susan Glasser (@sbg1) February 24, 2022
Look at the size of anti-war protestors in St Petersburg, Russia. Wow pic.twitter.com/dHg9Uwt9RQ
— Ragıp Soylu (@ragipsoylu) February 24, 2022
A lot of young people. This is extremely heartening. https://t.co/JbadOUQ3ND
— Ellen Carmichael 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇦 (@ellencarmichael) February 25, 2022
"Many Russians aren't interested in war, especially if looming sanctions cripple the economy."@JamesAALongman reports on what some Russians think about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. https://t.co/v6koScJodt pic.twitter.com/2NNS5yjMj8
— ABC News Live (@ABCNewsLive) February 25, 2022
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