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Nationalists Participate in Second “March of Millions” in Moscow
On June 12, 2012, nationalists, as has already become traditional, participated in the “March of Millions” opposition march in Moscow.
Racism and Xenophobia in Russia. Summary, May 2012
The following is our monthly review of xenophobic and radical nationalist activity in Russia, and any response by the government, for the month of May 2012. The overview is prepared based on Sova Center’s daily monitoring activities.
Blood&Honour Organization Recognized as Extremist
On May 29, 2012, the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation granted a claim by the General Procurator of the Russia Federation on the recognition of the extremist international neo-Nazi alliance “Blood&Honour” and the prohibition of its activities in Russian territory.
“Kyrgyz patriots” continue to mock their countrywomen for their connections to migrants from Tajikistan
In May 2012 videos continue to appear on the internet in which representatives of a Kyrgyz gang that calls itself “Patriot” mock their countrywomen for dating young Tajikistani emigrants and for leading, by their judgment, improper lives.
In Petersburg ultra-rightwing extremists attack LGBT activists and a bus of migrant workers
During the course of a “Rainbow Flashmob” organized by LGBT activists in honor of an anti-homophobia day held May 17, 2012 in Saint Petersburg, a group of young men shot pistols at participants in the action and attacked a bus carrying migrant workers.
Nationalist participation in Moscow’s March of Millions
Russian nationalist groups, who have been actively attempting to bolster their popularity by way of participation in the protest movement For Fair Elections, made sure to attend the May 6, 2012 March of Millions in Moscow.
Racism and Xenophobia in April 2012
The following is our monthly review of xenophobic and radical nationalist activity in Russia, and any response by the government, for the month of April 2012. The overview is prepared based on Sova Center’s daily monitoring activities.
Racism and Xenophobia in March 2012
The following is our monthly review of xenophobic and radical nationalist activity in Russia, and any response by the government, for the month of March 2012. The overview is prepared based on Sova Center’s daily monitoring activities.
Racism and Xenophobia in February 2012
The following is our monthly review of xenophobic and radical nationalist activity in Russia, and any response by the government, for the month of February 2012. The overview is prepared based on Sova Center’s daily monitoring activities.
Racism and Xenophobia in January 2012
The following is our monthly review of xenophobic and radical nationalist activity in Russia, and any response by the government, for the month of January 2012. The overview is prepared based on Sova Center’s daily monitoring activities.