Russia’s New ‘Extremism’ Law: A Dangerous Blueprint for Digital Oppression

In a disturbing escalation of state control, Russia’s parliament recently approved legislation that punishes citizens for merely searching online for content labeled as “extremist.” This chilling move, which is poised to be signed into law by President Vladimir Putin, marks yet another step in Moscow's relentless campaign to crush dissent and silence opposition voices.Is This the Future of Internet Freedom?The bill’s vague definition of “extremist” material conveniently encompasses a broad range of groups—from independent watchdogs like Alexei Navalny’s Anti-Corruption Foundation to the international LGBT movement. Such sweeping terminology leaves room for arbitrary enforcement, effectively turning everyday internet users into potential...