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Vladimir Kara-Murza

Tuesday 12 March 2024 · 3 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 3 Not answered 0

Key points

  • UK has sanctioned 11 individuals in response to Vladimir Kara-Murza's sentencing and two involved in his earlier poisoning.
  • UK ambassador raised Kara-Murza's case with Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister on 19 January.
  • Foreign Secretary met with Kara-Murza's family on 1 March.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Bob Seely Con
Foreign Affairs
Context

Vladimir Kara-Murza is a prominent political prisoner in Russia facing politically motivated charges. His case has gained urgency following the death of Alexei Navalny.

Question

What diplomatic steps are being taken to help secure the safety and release of Vladimir Kara-Murza? Since Alexei Navalny's death, the Government recognises the increased urgency of Kara-Murza's case as he is now a high-profile political prisoner. What additional actions are under consideration?

Answer from Leo Docherty

The UK has consistently condemned Vladimir Kara-Murza's politically motivated conviction and called for his release. We sanctioned 11 individuals in response to his sentencing, as well as two individuals involved in his earlier poisoning. Our ambassador raised Mr Kara-Murza's case with Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister on 19 January, repeating our request for consular access. The Foreign Secretary met Mrs Kara-Murza and her mother on 1 March.

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Not addressed: Specific additional actions under consideration were not detailed

How: Under Review

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Q2 Bob Seely Con
Foreign Affairs
Context

Vladimir Kara-Murza is a prominent political prisoner in Russia facing politically motivated charges. His case has gained urgency following the death of Alexei Navalny.

Question

Since Alexei Navalny's death, do the Government recognise the increased urgency of Vladimir Kara-Murza's case? He is now the most high-profile living political prisoner in Russia. What more are the Government considering doing?

Answer from Leo Docherty

Our ambassador raised Mr Kara-Murza's case in person with Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister on 19 January, repeating our request for consular access. The Foreign Secretary met Mrs Kara-Murza and her mother on 1 March.

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Not addressed: Specific additional actions under consideration were not detailed

How: Under Review

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Q3 Meg Hillier Labour (Co-op) Hackney South and Shoreditch
Foreign Affairs
Context

Evan Gershkovich is an American journalist working in the UK who was detained by Russia's Federal Security Service on 29 March 2023. His case highlights tensions between the US and Russia.

Question

My constituent, Evan Gershkovich, was detained by the FSB almost exactly a year ago, on 29 March 2023. He is an American citizen who lives in the UK and works for The Wall Street Journal. His continued detention is another stain on Russia. Although Mr Gershkovich is not a British citizen, is the Minister conferring with his American colleagues to ensure that Mr Gershkovich is released?

Answer from Leo Docherty

Yes, I am happy to confirm that. I will seek an update from our head of mission in Moscow for the hon. Lady's increased awareness.

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Not addressed: Specific actions or timeline not provided

How: Seeking Update

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