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Press Release
One-Night-Only Manhattan Benefit Will Feature Original Pussy Riot Videos – Including the Song That Launched a Movement
Amnesty International USA (AIUSA) Executive Director Suzanne Nossel will join other human rights advocates, artists and musicians tonight in Manhattan to launch an international benefit tour to free the Russian punk band Pussy Riot.
September 10, 2012
Press Release
Amnesty International and CBGB, Legendary Music Club, Join Forces to Increase Pressure on Russian Authorities to Free Pussy Riot
The world-renowned New York music club and Amnesty International have joined in the fight for Pussy Riot. as repression in Russia threatens free expression everywhere.
August 15, 2012
Press Release
United Kingdom’s Cameron Must Raise Critical Issues with Russia’s Putin in Meeting Today
Amnesty International calls on United Kingdom Prime Minister David Cameron to confront Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Pussy Riot trial and action on Syria.
August 2, 2012
Press Release
Amnesty International USA Expresses Deep Concerns Over Russia’s Increasing Crackdown on Free Speech and Expression
It appears that President Putin and his buddies not only detest punk music and the vital services provided by NGOs, but the very act of dissent itself.
August 1, 2012
Press Release
Sting Joins Amnesty International in Condemning Russia’s Treatment of Pussy Riot Musicians
The world-renowned performing artist calls the continued custody of 3 members of the punk rock group "appalling."
July 25, 2012
Press Release
Russia Implored to Release ‘Pussy Riot’ Group Following Court Ruling Prolonging Detention
Members of the Russian punk band 'Pussy Riot' have been jailed for six more months after performing an anti-Putin protest song in a church.
July 20, 2012
Press Release
Russia Must End ‘Smear Campaign’ Against NGOs
Russian parliament approved a bill that severely restricts the independence of all non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
July 13, 2012
Press Release
Russia Move to Halt New Arms Transfers to Syria ‘Feeble’ as Existing Contracts Continue
The Russian government's decision to halt new arms deals with the Syrian government, while continuing to honor existing contracts, is at best a feeble move.
July 9, 2012
Press Release
St. Petersburg Authorities Must Allow LGBT Pride Event to Proceed Unhindered
The St. Petersburg authorities must allow a peaceful Pride march organized by the city’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community to go ahead as planned on Saturday, July 7.
July 6, 2012
Press Release
Ukraine Must Reject Planned Anti-Gay Laws
The draft laws, which purport to protect children by denying them information on homosexuality, contravene Ukraine's international obligations to protect the right to non-discrimination.
July 5, 2012
Press Release
Russian Authorities Must Strengthen Accountability of Law Enforcement Agencies
In a new report, Amnesty International organization exposes ongoing killings, disappearances and torture in the North Caucasus.
June 19, 2012
Report
The Circle of Injustice: Security Operations and Human Rights Violations in Ingushetia
The failure of Ingushetia's law enforcement to respect the rule of law is adding to the insecurity in Russia's North Caucasus region.
June 19, 2012