Russian Anti-War Band Bi-2 Flees to Israel Amid Kremlin Crackdown

The band's escape to Israel highlights the Kremlin's global reach in suppressing dissent, as international pressure mounts against Thailand's role.

Bi-2, a Russian anti-war rock band, successfully fled to Israel after being detained in Thailand, amid fears of deportation to Russia.
The band's detention and subsequent escape underscore the Kremlin's efforts to silence critics abroad, leveraging diplomatic pressure on foreign governments.
International human rights organizations and foreign diplomats intervened, ensuring the band's safe departure to Israel, despite initial Thai plans to deport them to Russia.
The incident has sparked global concern over the reach of Russia's crackdown on dissent, affecting Russian expatriates and critics worldwide.
Bi-2's case has become a symbol of resistance against the Kremlin's repressive measures, as the band continues to speak out against the war in Ukraine.