As Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to exert power abroad in Ukraine, he is facing domestic anti-war sentiment and protests against his military aggression.

Russian authorities have responded by cracking down on “unsanctioned” protests and arresting hundreds of protesters Thursday, citing COVID-19 restrictions and other laws that govern public demonstrations.

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