Caravanserai

2022-01-06

Kazakh protests send message to Putin amid Russia's domestic unrest

The situation in Kazakhstan is a warning for the Kremlin: under a surface appearance of stability, a pool of discontent might be brewing that could explode at any moment.

Protests

2021-02-01

Worries grow for Putin as violent protests rage for second week across Russia

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's arrest was the catalyst for protests, but economic woes are undermining support for Russia's president.

Protests

2021-01-25

'Criminals protecting criminals': violent crackdown in Russia draws world rebuke

Moscow's violent response to massive protests and the detention of opposition leader Alexei Navalny have prompted world leaders to mull new action against the Putin regime.

Protests

2020-10-08

Flames of conflict and protest swirl around Putin's Russia

Frozen conflicts dating back to Soviet times are erupting in the countries around Russia, and Vladimir Putin appears to have no answers to the escalating crises.

Protests

2020-08-25

Link seen between Navalny assassination attempt and Belarus unrest

The attack on Navalny shows the extent of how vulnerable and alarmed the Putin regime is in the face of growing opposition in neighbouring Belarus.

Protests

2020-01-24

Gunmen kill Iranian militia commander as internal tension builds

Faced with an increasingly disaffected population and a tailspinning economy, Iranian leaders are scrambling to maintain control while at the same time posturing to appear tough.

Protests

2020-01-23

Unrest grows as Iranian leaders ignore internal distress over failing economy

Iran's Supreme Leader and other top leaders are trying to divert public anger toward its showdown with the West, leaving core issues of discontent unaddressed.

Protests

2019-03-28

Kyrgyz protesters brand Putin an 'occupier' during visit to Bishkek

The visit marked an embarrassing moment for the Russian president, who was also deemed a 'killer' by local residents disgusted with the Kremlin's policies.