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The death of Temirkhanov again raises the ‘mistreatment’ of Chechens in Russian prisons

Tens of thousands attended the funeral of Yusup Temirkhanov — a Chechen who died in prison serving time for the murder of a Russian ex-serviceman.

The death of Temirkhanov again raises the ‘mistreatment’ of Chechens in Russian prisons

By Kazbek Chanturiya

Tens of thousands attended the funeral of Yusup Temirkhanov — a Chechen who died in prison serving time for the murder of a Russian ex-serviceman.

Marneuli mayor and MP charged with inhuman treatment and assault

Charges were brought after videos posted online appeared to show a man being forced to wipe urine on his face and apologise for insulting officials.

Marneuli mayor and MP charged with inhuman treatment and assault

Charges were brought after videos posted online appeared to show a man being forced to wipe urine on his face and apologise for insulting officials.