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Russians Arrested at Memorials for Boris Nemtsov on Assassination Anniversary

In Moscow, a heavy police presence and document checks were reported at the makeshift memorial on the Bolshoy Moskvoretsky Bridge, where Nemtsov was gunned...

In Photos: Russians, Foreign Ambassadors Pay Tribute to Nemtsov 10 Years After His Assassination

Memorials to the slain opposition leader appeared across the country in addition to the site near the Kremlin where Nemtsov was killed.

In Photos: Remembering Boris Nemtsov's Life, 10 Years After His Murder

The opposition politician was shot and killed steps away from the Kremlin 10 years ago today.

opinion Zhanna Nemtsova

From the Archive: Around Nemtsov’s Murder, Key Questions Remain Deliberately Unanswered

On the 10th anniversary of Nemtsov's death, the case remains unsolved.

Volunteer at Site of Nemtsov’s Assassination Jailed 12 Years for Aiding Ukraine – Mediazona

Authorities gathered evidence by going undercover as a volunteer and recording their conversations.

Ambassadors Pay Homage To Murdered Politician Nemtsov in Moscow

Diplomats brought flowers to the traditional makeshift memorial at the spot where Nemtsov was felled with four bullets.

Russia Condemned Over 'Ineffective' Nemtsov Murder Probe

The Strasbourg-based European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) said Russia failed to investigate possible links to Chechen strongman Ramzan Kadyrov.

Floral Tributes to Slain Opposition Leader Nemtsov Reported Across Russia

Makeshift floral memorials to Boris Nemtsov have appeared in seven Russian cities.

Russians, Western Envoys Mark Anniversary of Kremlin Critic Nemtsov's Murder

Boris Nemtsov was one of President Vladimir Putin's loudest critics until he was shot and killed on a Moscow bridge near the Kremlin.

Moscow Blocks Nemtsov Supporters From Laying Flowers at Memorial Site

City authorities later called the cleanup of the site a "misunderstanding."

Annual March for Boris Nemtsov Canceled Due to Coronavirus

Organizers have asked Moscow authorities to let supporters lay flowers at the site where Nemtsov was murdered instead.

Navalny, Kara-Murza Tailed by Same FSB Squad Before Alleged Poisonings — Investigation

Bellingcat, The Insider and Der Spiegel based their conclusions about the opposition figures on travel data.

People Who Ordered Nemtsov Murder Found, Putin Says

Putin didn't name those who were accused of ordering Nemtsov’s assassination.

‘United Dissatisfaction’: Tens of Thousands Across Russia Rally for Slain Opposition Leader

The fifth anniversary of Boris Nemtsov’s death came in the midst of what critics are calling a “constitutional coup.”

Fewer Russians Remember Nemtsov’s Murder 5 Years On – Poll

Nearly 30% of Russians today say they haven't heard of the opposition politician's murder.

U.S. Urges Russia to Find Masterminds of Nemtsov Murder

Boris Nemtsov, one of President Vladimir Putin's most vocal critics, was killed on this day in 2015 as he crossed a bridge near the Kremlin's walls.

Prague Changes Russia's Embassy Address to Boris Nemtsov Square

Nemtsov, one of Russia President Vladimir Putin's most vocal critics, was shot dead in February 2015 as he walked across a bridge near the Kremlin.

Russians March in Memory of Boris Nemtsov Four Years After His Murder

For many of the demonstrators, the anniversary of the Kremlin critic’s death provided an opportunity to voice their concerns.

Pro-Kremlin Group Tears up Wreath Laid by Bolton at Nemtsov Memorial — Reports

The hyper-nationalist SERB group has in the past targeted art exhibits as well as members of the Russian opposition.

Nearly Half of Russians Believe Nemtsov's Killer Will Never be Found — Poll

The Kremlin critic was assassinated in February 2015 in central Moscow.

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