Head of the agency Alexander Bastrykin told the Tass agency in Moscow on Friday that Russia's top investigative agency is already conducting more than ten criminal cases over alleged false information about the Russian armed forces.
He called it very appropriate that criminal liability had been increased. The strict penalties were intended to “minimize inaccurate information and its negative impact on a broader audience.”
In connection with the attack on Ukraine, Russia has introduced penalties of up to 15 years in prison for statements that do not follow the official language on the use of the army or that allegedly defame the armed forces. The war must be described in Russia as a “special military operation”.
A “no to war” is enough to get you arrested!
On the streets, the police arrest demonstrators with “No to War” placards. According to civil rights activists, any protest against the war should be stifled.
Bastrykin also saw the new legislation as a means of defending against what he called a “Western information war against Russia.” His agency also collects threats from Ukrainian officials and calls for violence against Russian citizens. On February 24, Russian troops invaded Ukraine on orders from President Vladimir Putin.
Source: dpa / Live Ticker
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