2019 Moscow protests

2019 was a rough year for both Russian opposition and authorities.

The government tried to secure full control over the capital’s city parliament and miscalculated how much the Muscovites wanted to be represented with independent MPs. The protests erupted and were dispersed with riot police, than again and again. Thousands were arrested and dozens trialed under criminal charges. Opposition went on to get more votes at the polls but a bit short of getting a majority.