Moscow Protest Targets Judicial Bias, Demands Fair Trial for Svetlana Lady-Rus

Citizens of Moscow staged a protest on May 22, 2025, outside the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation (IC RF) building in Moscow. Their demonstration focused on their lack of confidence in the judicial system and specifically targeted Judge Pigareva. A woman involved in the protest stated, "Judge Pigareva is not bound by law! She refuses to listen to the defense – 140 witnesses!" The protest highlights concerns about the fairness of the Russian judicial system and its handling of political cases, particularly that of Svetlana Lady-Rus. The protesters are collecting signatures for a petition and donations to aid Lady-Rus's legal defense. This event underscores the ongoing tension between the Russian government and its critics.