Fleeing Putin's Russia: Dissidents Speak Out on 60 Minutes

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Fleeing Putin's Russia: Dissidents Speak Out on 60 Minutes
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In the wake of Putin's unopposed re-election in Russia, many courageous Russian dissidents have fled to Lithuania, a NATO ally that has welcomed over 2,500 Russian exiles. These dissidents, including a crusading mother and a human rights activist, have spoken out against Putin's regime, which has cracked down on internal opposition and independent media. They continue their fight for freedom and democracy from abroad, while facing concerns about their safety as Russia constantly probes and attempts to silence them.

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