Russia Bans Amnesty International As ‘Undesirable Organisation’, Accuses It Of ‘Supporting’ Ukr

The prosecutor general of Russia announced on Monday that it has banned Amnesty International Limited, a human rights group, labeling it as an “undesirable organisation” and accusing it of backing Ukraine against Russia.

Russia’s prosecutor general said in its statements that the London office of Amnesty International Limited was an “epicentre for the preparation of global Russophobic projects”, and blamed it for advocating on behalf of Ukraine, according to a report by news agency Reuters.

In its accusations, the prosecutor general said, “doing everything possible to intensify the military confrontation in the region. They justify the crimes of Ukrainian neo-Nazis, call for an increase in their funding, and insist on the political and economic isolation of our country.”

Ukraine Is Controlled By “Neo-Nazis”: Russia

Russian authorities frequently accused that Ukraine is controlled by “neo-Nazis,” a claim widely dismissed as unfounded propaganda by Ukraine, Western nations, and others.

Amnesty did not immediately reply to a request for comment. Russia regularly designates organisations it says undermine its national security as “undesirable”. The designation mandates penalties of up to five years in prison for Russian citizens working with or funding designated groups.

Established in 1961 and based in London, Amnesty International advocates for human rights globally and supports individuals it recognises as prisoners of conscience. Other organisations previously declared “undesirable” by Russia include the U.S.-funded broadcaster RFE/RL and the global environmental group Greenpeace.

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