Press release

Detention of peaceful protesters in Russia: UK statement

UK concerned by detention of peaceful protesters in Russia and urges Russian government to respect international human rights commitments.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 23 January 2021

This was published under the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

An FCDO spokesperson said:

We are deeply concerned by the detention of peaceful protesters and continue to monitor the situation closely. We urge the Russian government to respect and comply with its international commitments on human rights, and release citizens detained during peaceful demonstrations.

Published 23 January 2021