Russian opposition leader cited for hooliganism over pro-peace ballot writings

Yabloko Party leader Nikolai Rybakov was cited for petty hooliganism after writing pro-peace, pro-ceasefire statements on his election ballot, an administrative offense under Russian law. This marks a targeted legal action against opposition figures for expressing anti-war views, continuing a pattern of suppressing dissent. The incident underscores the tightening of political space in Russia ahead of elections.