- Mikhail Khodorkovsky
- Platon Lebedev
We declare that the most flagrant violations of fundamental constitutional rights and lawful interests have been allowed in relation to M.B. Khodorkovsky and P.L. Lebedev, which rule out the possibility of a fair examination and resolution of the case.
Click to read the defense’s full stay motion.
- Current Legal Status: On Trial
- Incarcerated: Matrosskaya Tishina Detention Facility
- Latest Statement: Khodorkovsky: I Had No Interest in Being an Enemy of the Kremlin or a Martyr
Khodorkovsky is known to the world for his commitment to transparency and corporate governance in business as well as his contributions to the development of civil society in Russia. He is Russia's most famous political prisoner.
"I believe in Russia's future, and this also includes Russia's judicial system. I try to help the judicial system to become qualified, independent and impartial... We have an opportunity to set things right so that no one will ever feel ashamed of our country."
- Current Legal Status: On Trial
- Incarcerated: Matrosskaya Tishina Detention Facility
- Latest Statement: Khodorkovsky, Lebedev Invite Colleagues to Testify in Trial
Platon Lebedev, was Director of Group MENATEP Limited, the holding company for YUKOS. Trained as an industrial economist, Lebedev pioneered modern business practices.
Top Stories
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Moscow City Court Allows Extension of Arrest Despite Defense Team Appeals
"I am not pleased to seek judicial protection in Strasbourg. I want to see it in Moscow," says Mikhail Khodorkovsky in a statement to the Moscow City Court, which is hearing an appeal against the Khamovchinesky Court's decision to hold both him and Platon Lebedev in detention, in spite of changes in the Russian Criminal Code prohibiting the use of detention in cases related to entrepreneurial activity.
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Moscow City Court to Hear Khodorkovsky and Lebedev’s Complaint Against Extension of Detention
On September 2, the Moscow City Court will hear Mikhail Khodorkovsky and Platon Lebedev’s complaints against the extension of their detention.
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European Parliament Human Rights Subcommittee Delegation Visits Trial
The European Parliament Subcommittee of Human Rights delegation to Russia visited the trial of Khodorkovsky and Lebedev today.
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Putin Was Unaware of New Khodorkovsky Charges
"When I found out about the second case, [I] was very surprised and asked what the case was as he is already serving his term," Putin said.
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The Art of Protest and Crackdown
The recent protests in Russia which have achieved concrete results, should make the country's political opposition feel encouraged to ask for even more.
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Chair of European Subcommittee on Human Rights Calls for Khodorkovsky and Lebedev to be Freed
Heidi Hautala, Chair of the Subcommittee on Human Rights at the European Parliament, has called for the release of Mikhail Khodorkovsky and Platon Lebedev stati... Read More »
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Possible Scenarios of the Khodorkovsky Case
Russian experts discuss possible scenarios for the end of the Khodorkovsky-Lebedev trial.
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Anti-Corruption Efforts in Russia: Words, Not Deeds
Analysts at the Justice Ministry have reviewed official statistics and concluded that there has been no improvement in the battle against corruption.
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Pregnant Mother May Be Freed Friday
A public outcry spearheaded by former YUKOS lawyer Svetlana Bakhmina has prompted the Samara Regional Court to move up the hearing to today in the case of Yulia... Read More »
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Driven To Distraction: Putin’s Lada Publicity Stunt Backfires
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin’s latest stunt aimed at cultivating his image as a rugged leader may have backfired.
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Feigning Ignorance and Real Ignorance
The suggestion that the Prime Minister was confused over the nature of Khodorkovsky's current second trial is clearly 1) a joke, 2) an insult, or 3) a desperate... Read More »
From the Communications Center
Events
Amnesty International, MEMORIAL Germany and the German-Russian Exchange are staging a solidarity protest on August 31st at the Russian Embassy in Berlin to highlight Russians' constitutionally guaranteed right to assemble.
What Others Are Saying
"The UK embassy in Moscow is watching developments in Mr Khodorkovsky's case closely, and is participating in trial monitoring with EU partners and the US." - David Lidington MP, British Minister for Europe
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"The release of Mikhail Khodorkovsky would become the triumph of justice and good sense, a loud signal that positive political changes have begun in the country." - Dmitry Zimin, founder of OJSC VimpelCom and of the Dynasty charitable foundation
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