A new law that widely expands the definition of high treason has been passed by Russia’s lower house of parliament.
Russian treason bill passes lower house
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Russian treason bill passes lower house
Critics say the bill is so loosely worded that it would allow the government to brand any dissenter a traitor.
Rights’ groups say the legislation is part of a wider crackdown on dissent following massive anti-Kremlin protests.
The law is expected to sail through the upper house before being signed by President Vladimir Putin.
