Russian artist and critic of Putin and Chechen leader shot dead in ⁠Poland (opens original article in a new tab)

A Russian artist critical of Putin was shot dead in eastern Poland, with two Belarusians detained but not charged. The victim had recently protested in Berlin.

• A Russian artist critical of Putin was shot and killed in eastern Poland.
• Two Belarusians were detained but not charged in the case.
• The victim had recently protested in Berlin on Russia Day, criticizing Russian authorities.