Russian anti-war activist Ariadna Litvinova was deported from Turkey. On arrival in Russia, she was immediately detained on charges of ‘discrediting’ the army.

Ariadna Litvinova, a Russian anti-war activist, was deported from Turkey on July 4 and immediately detained upon her return to Russia on charges of "discrediting" the military. Turkey cited a lack of proper documentation as the reason for her deportation. Litvinova's case underscores the severe consequences faced by those who openly criticize the Russian government, particularly in the context of the ongoing war. Her father, who lives in Turkey, revealed that they had a recent disagreement, hinting at the personal and political tensions that can arise in such families. This incident highlights the broader crackdown on dissent within Russia.