EU Demands Russia Halt Transnational Repression at UN
The EU has formally demanded that Russia end its transnational repression campaign, specifically citing the improper use of Interpol and digital surveillance tools. Speaking at the UN Human Rights Council, the EU ambassador condemned the persecution of civil society groups and called for the unconditional release of political prisoners.
According to UA.NEWS, EU Ambassador Daike Potzel highlighted specific abuses such as the misuse of Interpol and digital operations during a speech at the 63rd Human Rights Council session in Geneva. The statement also explicitly condemned the systemic pressure on 'foreign agents,' LGBTI individuals, and journalists, while demanding the immediate release of all arbitrarily detained persons.
Source: UA.NEWSThe European Union urged Moscow to stop using Interpol and legal abuses to persecute critics abroad, citing a broader campaign of rights violations.
Source: Межа. Новини України.
