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Russia – further erosions of the rule of law through the fight against terrorism

Dec 8, 2004

The Duma is debating a counter-terrorism draft law, introducing the legal regime of a “terrorist threat”, “terrorist operation” and “general terrorism prevention”. The law extends the authority of the armed forces for internal security and allows restrictions of...

OSCE Report Criticises Interference with the Media During Russia’s Hostage Crisis

Sep 8, 2004

The OSCE Representative on the Freedom of the Media, Miklos Haraszti, released a critical report on the media coverage of the recent terrorist attacks in Beslan, North Ossetia. The report documents insufficient, contradicting and incorrect information from the...

Russian Chief of Staff Announces Pre-emptive Strikes; Government Announces Sweeping Reforms to Combat Terrorism

Sep 8, 2004

Following the school siege in Beslan which resulted in at least 326 dead and more than 700 injured, the Russian army’s Chief of Staff announced his Government’s plans to launch pre-emptive strikes on terrorist bases anywhere in the world. After the siege, the State...

Russian Federation: Tougher Penalties for Terrorism Offences

Aug 7, 2004

The Russian Criminal Code has been amended to toughen penalties for terrorism. Terrorist offences will now carry sentences of 8 to 15 years imprisonment, while particularly grave acts, such as an attempt on human life and grave crimes against public security, will be...