Russian dissident Kara-Murza addresses US lawmakers on political prisoners in Russia and supports the Bridge Act.

Russian dissident Vladimir Kara-Murza, recently released from a Siberian prison, addressed U.S. lawmakers about the plight of political prisoners in Russia. His visit coincided with Senator Ben Cardin's introduction of the Bridge Act, aimed at supporting democracy advocates in Russia and neighboring regions. Kara-Murza, recognized for his human rights work, emphasized the higher number of political prisoners than reported and vowed to collaborate with U.S. officials for their liberation.

September 17, 2024
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