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Russia Condemned Over 'Ineffective' Nemtsov Murder Probe

The Strasbourg-based European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) said Russia failed to investigate possible links to Chechen strongman Ramzan Kadyrov.

Floral Tributes to Slain Opposition Leader Nemtsov Reported Across Russia

Makeshift floral memorials to Boris Nemtsov have appeared in seven Russian cities.

Russians, Western Envoys Mark Anniversary of Kremlin Critic Nemtsov's Murder

Boris Nemtsov was one of President Vladimir Putin's loudest critics until he was shot and killed on a Moscow bridge near the Kremlin.

Moscow Blocks Nemtsov Supporters From Laying Flowers at Memorial Site

City authorities later called the cleanup of the site a "misunderstanding."

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Annual March for Boris Nemtsov Canceled Due to Coronavirus

Organizers have asked Moscow authorities to let supporters lay flowers at the site where Nemtsov was murdered instead.

Navalny, Kara-Murza Tailed by Same FSB Squad Before Alleged Poisonings — Investigation

Bellingcat, The Insider and Der Spiegel based their conclusions about the opposition figures on travel data.

People Who Ordered Nemtsov Murder Found, Putin Says

Putin didn't name those who were accused of ordering Nemtsov’s assassination.

‘United Dissatisfaction’: Tens of Thousands Across Russia Rally for Slain Opposition Leader

The fifth anniversary of Boris Nemtsov’s death came in the midst of what critics are calling a “constitutional coup.”

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Fewer Russians Remember Nemtsov’s Murder 5 Years On – Poll

Nearly 30% of Russians today say they haven't heard of the opposition politician's murder.

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U.S. Urges Russia to Find Masterminds of Nemtsov Murder

Boris Nemtsov, one of President Vladimir Putin's most vocal critics, was killed on this day in 2015 as he crossed a bridge near the Kremlin's walls.

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From the Archive: Around Nemtsov’s Murder, Key Questions Remain Deliberately Unanswered

On the fifth anniversary of Nemtsov's death, the case remains unsolved.

Prague Changes Russia's Embassy Address to Boris Nemtsov Square

Nemtsov, one of Russia President Vladimir Putin's most vocal critics, was shot dead in February 2015 as he walked across a bridge near the Kremlin.

Russians March in Memory of Boris Nemtsov Four Years After His Murder

For many of the demonstrators, the anniversary of the Kremlin critic’s death provided an opportunity to voice their concerns.

Pro-Kremlin Group Tears up Wreath Laid by Bolton at Nemtsov Memorial — Reports

The hyper-nationalist SERB group has in the past targeted art exhibits as well as members of the Russian opposition.

Nearly Half of Russians Believe Nemtsov's Killer Will Never be Found — Poll

The Kremlin critic was assassinated in February 2015 in central Moscow.

Russian Opposition Splits Over Sobchak’s Gratitude to Mayor for Nemtsov Memorial

Navalny and Yashin say Sobchak is using the memorial as a campaign stunt.

Nemtsov Plaza Unveiled in Washington to Angry Russian Response

Russian police and pro-Kremlin activists have removed all plaques dedicated to Nemtsov in Moscow.

Russia’s Opposition Leaders Come Together, Briefly, in Nemtsov March

With three weeks until the presidential election, political analysts don’t see a viable strategy

Three Years After Nemtsov’s Murder, Thousands Gather to Honor Him

Participants held signs reading "There are no words," "Heroes don't die" and "Who ordered [the murder]?"

Moscow Mayor Approves Memorial for Slain Opposition Politician Boris Nemtsov

Nemtsov was gunned down three years ago, on Feb. 27, 2015.

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