posted 11 May 2012, 02:14 by Rights in Russia
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On 6 May 2012, on the eve of President Putin's inauguration, a mass protest march took place in Moscow along Yakimanka Street, which should have culminated with a demonstration at Bolotnaya Square. Despite the fact that the demonstration had been agreed with the city authorities the protest was suppressed mid-event. The resulting protests by opposition supporters ended up in clashes with the police and arrests.
People were hurt on both sides including the famous Russian actress Natalya Fateeva. [ Read more] |
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