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Protests Ignite in Bashkortostan Amid Political Crackdown

7/24/2025

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In Bashkortostan, Russia, more than 80 protesters are caught in political trials sparked by fierce opposition to a contentious mining project. Since protests ignited in January 2024, police brutality has escalated, leaving activist Fail Alsynov behind bars. This crackdown has fueled a surge in nationalistic fervor among the Bashkirs, igniting demands for increased autonomy or even independence.

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In Bashkortostan, Russia, more than 80 protesters are caught in political trials sparked by fierce opposition to a contentious mining project. Since protests ignited in January 2024, police brutality has escalated, leaving activist Fail Alsynov behind bars. This crackdown has fueled a surge in nationalistic fervor among the Bashkirs, igniting demands for increased autonomy or even independence.