Tag: activist
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Greenland Court Extends Detention of Anti-Whaling Activist Paul Watson Pending Extradition to Japan
Greenland’s court has recently extended the detention of Paul Watson, a prominent anti-whaling activist, amid ongoing discussions about his potential extradition to Japan. Watson, the founder of Sea Shepherd, has been detained since July following an international arrest warrant issued by Japan, accusing him of causing damage to a whaling ship in the Antarctic over…
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Russian Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny Dies in Prison at Age 47
Alexei Navalny, a prominent Russian opposition leader and anti-corruption activist, has passed away at the age of 47 while serving an extensive prison sentence. Navalny’s death occurs as President Vladimir Putin expresses intentions to seek re-election in 2024, a bid that could extend his rule until 2030 or beyond. Navalny, recognized for his investigative work…