Human rights group Memorial reports worsened conditions in Russia, including repression of dissent with new laws criminalizing dissent and over 1,300 political prisoners undergoing torture.

A report by human rights group Memorial indicates that human rights conditions in Russia have worsened since the Ukraine invasion, with systematic repression of dissent. Individuals face severe penalties for anti-war actions, and new laws criminalize dissent, leading to arbitrary arrests and harsh prison conditions. UN Special Rapporteur Mariana Katzarova reports over 1,300 political prisoners endure torture and worsening conditions, reflecting a state-sponsored system of fear.