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Russian government backs extension of bailiffs’ powers

Russian government has endorsed a bill extending court bailiffs’ authority.

17:33 09.11.2018

Russian MP proposes free legal assistance for preretirement persons

A member of the United Russia party Oleg Bykov has submitted a bill on free legal services for persons nearing retirement age to the lower house of Russian parliament.

17:18 09.11.2018

Four hockey coaches prosecuted on allegations of using forged documents

A criminal case has been opened against four coaches of a youth athletic center of the hockey club Lada, who had allegedly submitted forged education certificates when getting employed.

15:59 09.11.2018

Detention of Inter RAO ex-board member charged with espionage extended for 3 months

Moscow’s Lefortovsky District Court on Friday extended detention for ex-board member of Inter RAO energy holding Karina Tsurkan charged with espionage until February 14.

13:59 09.11.2018

Mongolia’s Human Rights Commission joins Eurasian Ombudsmen Alliance

The Human Rights Commission of Mongolia has become a fifth member of the Eurasian Ombudsmen Alliance.

12:59 09.11.2018

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Russian courts allowed not to implement rulings of Europe's human rights court

Russia's Supreme Court proposed not to implement rulings of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) and the provisions of the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms (ECHR).

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Redomiciliation stalls: How sanctions are shaping new practices for Russian companies

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Soldiers jailed for killing US journalist Russell Bentley

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