Protests against Russian government were broken up in the Crimea
Police in the Crimea dispersed a protest called “Deceived Crimea”, Ekho Moskvii reported.
The protest’s organizers hoped to attract 1,000 to the rally in opposition of the actions of the Russian-Crimean authorities.
Information about the protest was published in local newspapers before the event was held. The media, however, also published notices issued by the authorities stating that the demonstration was prohibited. Ultimately, several dozen participants gathered in front of the Palace of Trade Unions to participate. The protest was dispersed by police shortly thereafter.
Several protesters were detained by police.