Russia Labels Navalny’s Anti-Corruption Group as Terrorist Organization

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Nataliya VasilyevaNovember 27, 2025 at 04:49 PM

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On November 27, 2025, Russia's Supreme Court designated Aleksei Navalny's Anti-Corruption Fund as a terrorist organization, escalating the legal crackdown against the opposition movement. This follows a 2021 ruling that labeled the group "extremist," forcing many members into exile. The new designation means anyone cooperating with the fund could face life imprisonment. Russian authorities claim the Anti-Corruption Fund's goals support terrorism. Even after Navalny's death in February 2024, authorities have continued to target individuals who financially supported his work, even before the extremist designation. Over 100 Russians have already faced charges of funding extremist groups, and now, past donors to the Anti-Corruption Fund could face severe penalties.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Anti-Corruption Fund ×580% Aleksei A. Navalny ×9100% Russia ×7100%

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terrorism designation 90% anti-corruption 80% political repression 70% opposition leader 70% legal assault 60% extremist organization 60% prison sentences 50% dissent 40%

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Very Negative

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New York Times - World

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Center-Left (-0.30)

Far LeftCenterFar Right

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90%

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Russia

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