Protesters Gather in Noyabrsk over Detained Mayor
Hundreds took to the streets in the northern Russian city of Noyabrsk
Protesters demanded the release of Dmitry Kozlov, the mayor who was detained on Saturday.
Protesters gathered in the city center of Noyabrsk, Yamalsky District, on Monday to demand the release of Mayor Dmitry Kozlov. The mayor was detained on Saturday by the Federal Security Service (FSB) on suspicion of taking bribes.
Kozlov's supporters say that the charges are politically motivated and that he is being targeted because of his opposition to the regional government. They also say that the detention was carried out without a warrant and that Kozlov was not allowed to contact a lawyer.
The protest was organized by the local branch of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (CPRF). The CPRF is the second-largest party in the Russian Duma, and it has been critical of the government's handling of the economy and other issues.
The protest was largely peaceful, but there were some reports of clashes between protesters and police. One protester was detained by police, but he was later released.
The protest is a sign of growing discontent with the government in Russia. The government's popularity has been declining in recent years, and there have been a number of protests over issues such as the economy, corruption, and human rights.
It is unclear what the long-term impact of the protest will be. However, it is a sign that the government is facing growing opposition from the people.
