Detainee Remains in Custody, Solovyov Journeys to Ekaterinburg
In the city of Yekaterinburg, Russia, a series of events has unfolded over the past few weeks, capturing the attention of the local community and beyond.
On August 15th, a tragic incident occurred when an Екатеринburgeц, identified only as the accused, allegedly stabbed his ex-wife's new lover to death. The accused later surrendered to the police with a full confession on the morning of August 16th.
Meanwhile, concerns have been raised among media freedom advocates and the public following the arrest of journalist Denis Allayarov. Allayarov, a well-known figure in Yekaterinburg's media landscape, was detained on August 11th in connection with his professional activities. The specific charges against him and details of the legal proceedings have not been fully disclosed, leading to a significant outcry from journalists, human rights organisations, and members of the community. Many view his arrest as part of a broader pattern of repression against independent media and dissent in Russia.
In a separate development, Vadim, a credit broker, was arrested on August 11th in Yekaterinburg on suspicion of sexual crimes against minors. He is charged with violating Article 134, Part 4 of the Russian Criminal Code ("Sexual intercourse with a person under 16").
In a move that has raised questions among residents, healthcare organisations in the Sverdlovsk region are transitioning their employees to use the Russian messenger app Max. A letter signed by the First Deputy Minister of Health of the Sverdlovsk region, Igor Pushkarev, instructed medical institution heads to ensure that not only their staff but also their family members connect to the app.
Residents of Sverdlovsk have been experiencing mobile internet disruptions all week, and the transition to Max may be related to these issues.
Additionally, Timur Musayev, who was arrested for assaulting courier Natalia F. at the Veer Mall shopping center in May, now faces a new charge of threatening to kill a disabled person two years ago. The victims in this case were two girls, aged 13 and 14.
These developments in Yekaterinburg serve as a reminder of the complex and evolving landscape in the city, and the ongoing discussions and concerns surrounding various issues, including justice, freedom of the press, and digital privacy.
- The general-news in Yekaterinburg, Russia, has been dominated by a series of events, including a murder case in politics and concerns over the arrest of a journalist in crime-and-justice.
- The transition of healthcare organisations in the Sverdlongsk region to the Russian messenger app Max, coupled with mobile internet disruptions, has sparked discussions surrounding digital privacy and freedom of the press.
