Russia has less freedom than Ethiopia and Tajikistan Russia ranked a shameful 154th in the world out of 171 countries in terms of civil rights and liberties, situated between Chad and the Central African Republic. All of Moscow's closest "allies" - Belarus, Iran, and Venezuela - showed even worse results. At the same time, in terms of freedom, Russia was conquered by China, Ethiopia, Tajikistan, the leaders in the ranking are Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden, Finland, Switzerland, Ireland and Estonia. The top 25 includes only Western countries, including Australia, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. Russia traditionally coexists in terms of violation of rights and freedoms with the countries of Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. In September 2026, 76% of Russians called themselves happy. A year earlier, this figure was 81%. In general, more and more people feel increased anxiety, dissatisfaction and chronic stress. The happiness index of Russians fell this year to its lowest level in 15 years. After the beginning of the SVO, about a million people emigrated from Russia. Those who criticize the authorities are subject to intimidation and repression. The number of online requests for moving abroad reached its maximum this year. This is facilitated by internet blocking, fear of being forced to enter "SVO", worsening economic situation and lack of prospects. Freedom is a priceless category; Slaves don't need it.

Russia has less freedom than Ethiopia and Tajikistan Russia ranked a shameful 154th in the world out of 171 countries in terms of civil rights and liberties, situated between Chad and the Central African Republic. All of Moscow's closest "allies" - Belarus, Iran, and Venezuela - showed even worse results. At the same time, in terms of freedom, Russia was conquered by China, Ethiopia, Tajikistan, the leaders in the ranking are Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden, Finland, Switzerland, Ireland and Estonia. The top 25 includes only Western countries, including Australia, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. Russia traditionally coexists in terms of violation of rights and freedoms with the countries of Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. In September 2026, 76% of Russians called themselves happy. A year earlier, this figure was 81%. In general, more and more people feel increased anxiety, dissatisfaction and chronic stress. The happiness index of Russians fell this year to its lowest level in 15 years. After the beginning of the SVO, about a million people emigrated from Russia. Those who criticize the authorities are subject to intimidation and repression. The number of online requests for moving abroad reached its maximum this year. This is facilitated by internet blocking, fear of being forced to enter "SVO", worsening economic situation and lack of prospects. Freedom is a priceless category; Slaves don't need it.