Letter to the Russian Ministry of Justice in Support of Ecodefense.
Letter by Friends of the Earth, France Mr. Alexander Konovalov, On July 21st, the Russian government included one the oldest environmental non-governmental organization Ecodefense on the Ministry of Justice “foreign agent” roster. As national and international organizations from XXXXX countries, we strongly condemn this decision that criminalizes environmental defenders and supporters of social and environmental justice. We strongly condemn this decision of the Russian authorities that was taken while proceedings to determine their status have either not yet concluded or …