Activists in Ufa launched a protest against censorship. 

Activists from the Civil Union of Ufa are posting leaflets against censorship and internet blocking. They consider all restrictions unconstitutional. Some of the posters have already been ruined.

"Freedom of speech is guaranteed by the Constitution": Why activists are putting up posters in Ufa

"Freedom of speech and expression is guaranteed by our Constitution, and such bans are clearly unconstitutional. We're covering the entire city, including the most heavily trafficked areas. Especially in areas with a high youth population, since we're the ones most affected by such bans," explained "Field of View" - the meaning of the action Akim Tuktarov, chairman of the "Civil Union".  

Finding Supporters and Elections to the Ufa City Council: The Civil Union Movement's Plans

They also use the campaign to attract supporters to the organization. The Civil Union needs support before the elections—this fall, the movement will nominate three people for the Ufa City Council. 

In other regions, activists also continue to fight internet blocking and censorship, but they often face pressure. resignation The head of Yabloko in Irkutsk had to deal with the carousel arrests that began after he tried to coordinate a rally for a free internet. Roskomnadzor, meanwhile, is strengthening censorship: in 2025 alone, there were blocked by 1,3 million materials on the Internet. 

Photo: "Civil Union - Ufa"