Russia Exploits Children to Quash Anti-War Dissent, Reports Amnesty

Authorities use threats of family separation and indoctrination to suppress opposition to the Ukraine invasion.

Amnesty International reports increased targeting of children and families opposing Russia's war in Ukraine.
Schools are being used to indoctrinate children with pro-government narratives and report dissenters.
Children face threats of being placed in institutions or losing parental rights as a means to silence dissent.
Some families have fled Russia to avoid persecution and forced separation from their children.
The crackdown has led to severe mental and physical health impacts on children and financial hardship for families.